Freehold Royalties Completes $259M Midland Basin Acquisition

Deal News | Dec 13, 2024 | Globenewswire

Freehold Royalties Completes $259M Midland Basin Acquisition

Freehold Royalties Ltd, a major player in the North American energy royalty sector, has closed its acquisition of mineral title and royalty interests in the core of the Midland Basin, Texas, for $259 million. This strategic acquisition is slated to increase Freehold's funds flow per share, free cash flow per share, and total production. The company projects approximately $37 million in net royalty revenue for 2025, anticipating future growth in light oil-weighted production. Following this acquisition, Freehold has elevated its credit facilities by $50 million, increasing the committed revolving credit facility to $430 million and retaining the operating facility at $20 million. Additionally, Freehold declared a monthly dividend of $0.09 per share for December 2024. Freehold's Canadian tax strategy is reaffirmed with dividends labeled as eligible. Forward-looking statements included estimates for production and financial assumptions based on commodity prices and exchange rates, pointing to potential future variations. This transaction highlights Freehold's growth trajectory in North America's energy domain.

Sectors

  • Energy
  • Financial Services

Geography

  • Canada – Freehold Royalties is based in Calgary, Alberta, illustrating their Canadian headquarters and operations.
  • United States – The acquisition took place in the Midland Basin, Texas, demonstrating the geographical location of the assets involved.

Industry

  • Energy – The acquisition is predominantly in the oil and gas sector, with a focus on royalty interests related to production and mining rights in energy-rich basins.
  • Financial Services – The financial aspects of the acquisition, including credit facility management and dividend announcements, position the transaction within the financial services sector.

Financials

  • $259 million – The total cost of the acquisition, net of exchange rate adjustments, expenses, and closing adjustments.
  • $37 million – Expected 2025 net royalty revenue from the acquired assets.
  • $50 million – Increase in Freehold's credit facilities related to the acquisition.
  • $0.09 – The monthly dividend declared per share for December 2024.

Participants

NameRoleTypeDescription
Freehold Royalties Ltd.AcquirerCompanyFreehold is a North American energy royalty company, trading on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol FRU.