Successful Olajuwon Well
The Olajuwon well, located in Freestone County, was turned to sales with an initial production rate of 41 million cubic feet per day. This major step out is 24.4 miles away from the nearest producing well and confirms the geological success of the Western Haynesville play.
Improved Financial Performance
Natural gas and oil sales increased to $405 million, driven by higher natural gas prices. The company generated $239 million of operating cash flow and reported an adjusted net income of $53.8 million, compared to a loss in Q1 2024.
Drilling and Cost Efficiency
The drilling group has significantly reduced well costs and improved efficiencies, with the average lateral length for wells increasing and drilling costs per foot decreasing by 21% from the fourth quarter.
Strong Liquidity Position
Comstock ended the quarter with $510 million of borrowings, $3.1 billion in total debt, and $1 billion of liquidity. The borrowing base was reaffirmed at $2 billion.
Environmental Initiatives
The company reported a 28% improvement in greenhouse gas intensity and a 2.5% improvement in methane emission intensity from 2023. A partnership with BKV Corporation was announced to develop carbon capture projects.