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CVR Energy, Inc. (NYSE: CVI) generates a steady flow of news related to its petroleum refining, renewable fuels and nitrogen fertilizer activities. Headquartered in Sugar Land, Texas, the company reports on the performance of its Petroleum, Renewables and Nitrogen Fertilizer segments, as well as its economic interest in CVR Partners, LP, a producer and marketer of urea ammonium nitrate (UAN) and ammonia fertilizer products.
News for CVR Energy often centers on quarterly financial results, where the company discusses net income or loss, EBITDA, adjusted EBITDA and segment-level performance. These releases highlight refining margins, crack spreads, throughput levels and the impact of Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) compliance costs and Renewable Identification Number (RIN) obligations on the Petroleum Segment. Updates on the Renewables Segment include renewable diesel unit throughput, margins and decisions such as the planned reversion of the Wynnewood renewable diesel unit back to hydrocarbon processing service.
Investors following CVI news will also see coverage of capital allocation and balance sheet actions, including prepayments on the senior secured term loan facility and preliminary capital spending plans by segment. Regulatory and policy developments, such as the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s decisions on small refinery exemptions for CVR Energy’s Wynnewood Refining Company, are another recurring topic and can have a material effect on reported results.
Because CVR Energy’s nitrogen fertilizer activities are tied to CVR Partners, news items also reference ammonia and UAN production volumes, utilization rates, realized gate prices and cash distributions declared by CVR Partners. Readers can use this news feed to review historical earnings announcements, capital spending guidance, leadership changes and key regulatory updates that shape the outlook for CVR Energy and its related fertilizer operations.
CVR Energy announced a strategic shift towards renewable fuels, discontinuing efforts to acquire another crude oil refinery. The Board approved up to $10 million for renewable diesel projects at its Coffeyville and Wynnewood refineries. A significant special dividend of $492 million will be distributed to shareholders on June 10, 2021, as stockholders of record on May 26, 2021. This dividend aims to enhance shareholder value by monetizing gains from Delek US Holdings. The focus on sustainability and shareholder returns indicates a proactive management approach.
CVR Energy reported a net loss of $39 million, or 39 cents per share, on net sales of $1.5 billion for Q1 2021, improving from a $87 million loss in Q1 2020. EBITDA was less than $1 million, compared to a loss of $38 million last year. The Petroleum Segment saw an operating loss of $115 million despite increased refining margins and throughput. The Nitrogen Fertilizer Segment faced a $14 million loss, with mixed pricing trends. CVR's cash reserves grew to $707 million, but no dividends will be paid this quarter.
CVR Energy (NYSE: CVI) will release its Q1 2021 earnings results on May 3, post-market close. A conference call to discuss the results is scheduled for May 4 at 1 p.m. Eastern, accessible via the Investor Relations section of CVR Energy's website. This call will include forward-looking information and will be archived for 14 days. CVR Energy, headquartered in Sugar Land, Texas, operates in petroleum refining and nitrogen fertilizer manufacturing, with interests in CVR Refining and CVR Partners, LP.
CVR Energy, Inc. announced its definitive proxy statement for the Annual Meeting of Delek US Holdings, Inc., scheduled for May 6, 2021. As the largest shareholder of Delek with a 14.8% stake, CVR has nominated three candidates for election to Delek's board: Randall D. Balhorn, George J. Damiris, and Robert Edward Kent, Jr.. CVR believes a change in board composition is necessary to operate in the best interests of all Delek stockholders. Stockholders can revoke their previous proxies by submitting a new GOLD proxy card.
CVR Energy, Inc. has sent an open letter to Uzi Yemin, Chairman of Delek US Holdings, regarding concerns over his compensation, which totals nearly $54 million from 2013 to 2020, plus an additional $27 million from a 5% stake in Delek's subsidiary. The letter criticizes perceived management blunders at Delek while Yemin's compensation continues to rise. CVR Energy is demanding transparency and access to documents to understand the rationale behind these payments, expressing concerns over the effectiveness of Delek's independent directors. The company threatens legal action if demands are not met.
CVR Energy reported a fourth quarter 2020 net loss of $67 million and an annual net loss of $256 million, significantly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and the Renewable Fuel Standard program. The company achieved $50 million in targeted operating and SG&A expense reductions. The Petroleum Segment posted a fourth quarter operating loss of $120 million amid declining refining margins, down to $1.32 per barrel. The Nitrogen Fertilizer Segment saw an operating loss of $1 million despite record ammonia production. Cash and equivalents stood at $667 million.
CVR Energy, Inc. (NYSE: CVI) will release its fourth quarter and full-year 2020 earnings on February 22, post-market close. A teleconference is scheduled for February 23 at 1 p.m. Eastern to discuss the results, which will be available live on the company's website. Investors can access the earnings release via GlobeNewswire and the company's official site. CVR Energy focuses on petroleum refining and nitrogen fertilizer manufacturing, holding significant interests in CVR Refining and CVR Partners.
CVR Energy (NYSE: CVI) has received Board approval for its Wynnewood renewable diesel project, which will convert a hydrocracker unit to produce nearly 100 million gallons of renewable diesel and over 6 million gallons of renewable naphtha annually. The project, estimated to cost $110 million, aims to reduce RIN exposure under the Renewable Fuel Standard. Completion is anticipated by mid-2021, with expected RIN generation of 170-180 million annually, lowering net RIN purchases to under 80 million.
CVR Energy, Inc. (NYSE: CVI) will present at the Bank of America 2020 Leveraged Finance Virtual Conference on December 1, 2020, at 9 a.m. Eastern. The live webcast and accompanying slides will be accessible via their Investor Relations website, with an archive available for 90 days. CVR Energy is engaged in petroleum refining and nitrogen fertilizer manufacturing, with interests in CVR Refining and CVR Partners. The company is headquartered in Sugar Land, Texas.
CVR Energy (CVI) reported a net loss of $96 million for Q3 2020, a stark decline from a net income of $119 million in Q3 2019, amid significant market challenges. Net sales fell to $1.0 billion from $1.6 billion year-over-year. EBITDA also dropped to a loss of $39 million from a profit of $235 million. Key factors were decreases in refining margin and total throughput. However, the company is focused on reducing expenses and enhancing cash reserves. The Nitrogen Fertilizer Segment saw improved production, although average product prices declined significantly.