Julian Broche's questions to Riley Exploration Permian Inc (REPX) leadership • Q2 2024
Question
Julian Broche of Truist Securities inquired about the incremental production volumes from the recent May acquisition, its impact on forward guidance, and the operational dynamics of the revised Power JV, specifically how it functions as a hedge.
Answer
CFO Philip Riley clarified that the acquisition adds only 200-300 barrels per day on an annualized basis, with the company still projecting 11% organic oil growth with lower CapEx. Regarding the Power JV, Riley explained the company increased its stake to 50% and expanded the scope to sell electricity and ancillary services to ERCOT, creating a hedge by turning low-cost natural gas feedstock into valuable power.