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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
Conservative Balance SheetZero reported debt in 2024–2025 materially reduces ongoing interest expense and financial distress risk. This conservative capital structure gives management flexibility to pursue asset sales, equity raises, or farm-outs without immediate solvency pressure, improving survival odds during cyclical downturns.
Moderating Cash BurnThe large reduction in operating cash outflow shows management has begun to slow the rate of cash consumption. While still negative, a materially smaller burn rate extends runway, reduces near-term refinancing urgency, and suggests operational levers exist to further stabilize cash generation over the coming months.
Lean Cost BaseA very small headcount implies a low fixed-cost operating model, common in junior explorers. This lean structure limits ongoing overhead, allowing the company to allocate scarce capital to priority projects or contractual partners and to scale activity without large incremental payroll commitments.
Bears Say
Severe Revenue DeclineA ~66% revenue collapse and large reported net loss indicate the core business is not currently generating commercial cash returns. Sustained weak top-line performance undermines margins, reduces options to self-fund exploration or development, and increases dependence on external capital or asset disposals for continuity.
Persistent Negative Cash FlowChronic negative OCF and FCF mean the company cannot self-fund operations or capex. Continued reliance on external financing risks dilution or failed raises, constrains investment in resource development, and raises the probability of disruptive asset sales or operational cuts if markets tighten.
Eroding Equity BaseA sharp decline in shareholders' equity reflects cumulative losses and weak retained earnings, shrinking the balance-sheet buffer against shocks. A thinner equity base limits borrowing capacity if debt is later required and weakens bargaining power with partners or lenders for project funding.

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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$2.88M.
      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 93 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.

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