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Key Petroleum Limited (AU:KEY)
ASX:KEY
Australian Market
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Key Petroleum Limited (KEY) Price & Analysis

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KEY Stock Chart & Stats

AU$0.06
>-AU$0.01(-13.56%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
AU$0.06
>-AU$0.01(-13.56%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Low LeverageZero reported debt in 2024–2025 materially reduces financial distress risk and preserves strategic optionality. Over a multi-month horizon this durable balance-sheet strength supports funding flexibility (asset sales, JV or equity raises) and lowers insolvency risk versus leveraged peers.
Reduced Cash Burn TrendOperating cash flow has meaningfully moderated year-over-year, showing improving operational cash discipline. A sustained reduction in burn rate eases near-term funding pressure and increases probability management can execute restructuring, cost control or financing over the coming months.
Positive Gross ProfitPositive gross profit indicates underlying project or production economics can cover direct costs. If variable margins persist, management can drive operating leverage through higher volumes or fixed-cost cuts, making asset-level profitability a foundation for medium-term recovery if revenues stabilize.
Bears Say
Revenue CollapseA two‑thirds revenue decline signals structural demand, operational or asset-side setbacks that materially impair scale economics. Sustained low revenue limits ability to spread fixed costs, weakens margins, and makes recovery dependent on durable production or contract wins rather than short-term fixes.
Persistent Negative Cash FlowConsistent negative operating and free cash flow means the business cannot self‑fund operations and will rely on external capital or asset transactions. Over several months this raises dilution and execution risk, and constrains investment in exploration or development needed to restore growth.
Large Losses & Equity ErosionMaterial net losses combined with a multi-year decline in equity signal ongoing value erosion and impaired capital resilience. This weaker capital base reduces margin for error, limits ability to fund projects internally, and increases dependency on external financing or asset sales.

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KEY FAQ

What was Key Petroleum Limited’s price range in the past 12 months?
Key Petroleum Limited lowest share price was AU$0.03 and its highest was AU$0.34 in the past 12 months.
    What is Key Petroleum Limited’s market cap?
    Key Petroleum Limited’s market cap is AU$3.31M.
      When is Key Petroleum Limited’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Key Petroleum Limited’s upcoming earnings report date is Oct 06, 2026 which is in 114 days.
        How were Key Petroleum Limited’s earnings last quarter?
        Key Petroleum Limited released its earnings results on Mar 12, 2026. The company reported -AU$0.005 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by -AU$0.005.
          Is Key Petroleum Limited overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Key Petroleum Limited’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Key Petroleum Limited pay dividends?
            Key Petroleum Limited does not currently pay dividends.
            What is Key Petroleum Limited’s EPS estimate?
            Key Petroleum Limited’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
            How many shares outstanding does Key Petroleum Limited have?
            Key Petroleum Limited has 38,919,296 shares outstanding.
              What happened to Key Petroleum Limited’s price movement after its last earnings report?
              Key Petroleum Limited reported an EPS of -AU$0.005 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 1.923%.
                Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Key Petroleum Limited?
                Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in AU:KEY
                What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
                Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology

                  Key Petroleum Limited Stock Smart Score

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                  Fundamentals

                  Return on Equity
                  -29.94%
                  Trailing 12-Months
                  Asset Growth
                  5.79%
                  Trailing 12-Months

                  Company Description

                  Key Petroleum Limited

                  Key Petroleum Limited specializes in securing and exploring for oil and gas deposits across Australia. Its primary holdings encompass the ATP 783, 920, and 924 concessions in Queensland's Cooper Eromanga Basin, in addition to the L7 and EP437 permits in Western Australia's Perth Basin. The company was established in 2006 and operates from West Perth, Australia.

                  Key Petroleum Limited (KEY) Earnings & Revenues

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