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Santos Limited (SSLZY)
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Santos (SSLZY) Price & Analysis

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SSLZY Stock Chart & Stats

$5.37
-$0.22(-3.93%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
$5.37
-$0.22(-3.93%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Strong Operating Cash GenerationSantos' sizable operating cash generation (FCF from operations $1.8bn; EBITDAX $3.4bn) provides a durable internal funding base. Persistent positive OCF supports reinvestment, shareholder distributions and targeted de‑leveraging across commodity cycles, improving long‑term financial resilience.
Ample Liquidity And Disciplined FundingAround $4.3bn of liquidity, early PNG loan repayment and a $1bn 10‑year bond reflect funding depth and capital markets access. Coupled with a management gearing target (15–25%), this discipline creates a durable buffer to fund projects, manage volatility and preserve optionality.
Low Unit Costs And Proven Project DeliveryRecord unit costs ($6.78/BOE) and recent on‑time project delivery (Barossa) plus Pikka ramping indicate strong execution and structural cost competitiveness. Sustainable low unit costs and delivery capability support margins, cash conversion and scalable production growth over the medium term.
Bears Say
Multi‑year Revenue Decline And Weaker FCFConsecutive revenue declines through 2025 and weakening free cash flow reduce internally available capital for growth, de‑risking and shareholder returns. If sustained, this trend forces tougher capital allocation, slows debt reduction and increases reliance on commodity price recovery for durable cash generation.
Rising Leverage In 2025A material debt increase in 2025 and gearing of 26.9% (incl leases) reduce financial flexibility. Higher leverage amplifies downside risk in commodity downturns, raises refinancing and interest exposure, and limits the firm's ability to invest or accelerate returns without first stabilizing balance sheet metrics.
High All‑in Breakeven And Cost/execution RiskA high all‑in breakeven (~$58.90/boe in 2025) and documented project cost and commissioning challenges increase cash‑flow sensitivity to commodity prices. Persistent execution or cost inflation risks could compress margins and delay sustainable returns despite operational strengths.

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SSLZY FAQ

What was Santos Limited’s price range in the past 12 months?
Santos Limited lowest stock price was $3.94 and its highest was $5.87 in the past 12 months.
    What is Santos Limited’s market cap?
    Santos Limited’s market cap is $17.87B.
      When is Santos Limited’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Santos Limited’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 19, 2026 which is in 16 days.
        How were Santos Limited’s earnings last quarter?
        Santos Limited released its earnings results on Feb 17, 2026. The company reported $0.117 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $0.126 by -$0.009.
          Is Santos Limited overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Santos Limited’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Santos Limited pay dividends?
            Santos Limited pays a Semiannually dividend of $0.101 which represents an annual dividend yield of 4.22%. See more information on Santos Limited dividends here
              What is Santos Limited’s EPS estimate?
              Santos Limited’s EPS estimate is 0.1.
                How many shares outstanding does Santos Limited have?
                Santos Limited has 3,247,773,000 shares outstanding.
                  What happened to Santos Limited’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                  Santos Limited reported an EPS of $0.117 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of $0.126. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -0.195%.
                    Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Santos Limited?
                    Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in SSLZY
                    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

                      Santos Stock Smart Score

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                      Technicals

                      SMA
                      Positive
                      20 days / 200 days
                      Momentum
                      -9.90%
                      12-Months-Change

                      Fundamentals

                      Return on Equity
                      4.22%
                      Trailing 12-Months
                      Asset Growth
                      3.75%
                      Trailing 12-Months

                      Company Description

                      Santos Limited

                      Santos Limited, an Australian energy company established in 1954 and based in Adelaide, is a full-spectrum operator in the hydrocarbon sector. It manages the exploration, development, production, transportation, and sale of energy resources for both residential and industrial consumers throughout Australia and the wider Asia Pacific region. The company's core operations are anchored by five major asset hubs: the Cooper Basin, Queensland and New South Wales, Papua New Guinea, Northern Australia and Timor-Leste, and Western Australia. Additionally, Santos maintains an operational presence in Alaska. Beyond its traditional oil and gas ventures, the firm actively participates in the advancement of carbon capture and storage (CCS) technologies. Its comprehensive product range encompasses crude oil, natural gas, liquefied natural gas (LNG), liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), ethane, methane, coal seam gas, shale gas, and condensate. As per its assessments, Santos possesses proved and probable reserves totaling 1,676 million barrels of oil equivalent.

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