Linde Stock Price, News & Analysis

Lundin Energy AB has announced the sale of 1,356,436 treasury shares on Nasdaq Stockholm, authorized by its Annual General Meeting on March 31, 2022. The sales will occur between May 5 and June 22, 2022, at prices within the current bid-ask spread. Pareto Securities AB has been appointed to facilitate the sales, with transaction reports to be provided to Nasdaq Stockholm within seven trading days post-sale. This move aligns with the company’s strategy of enhancing shareholder value through Treasury stock management.

Lundin Energy and Aker BP have received all necessary approvals from the Norwegian authorities for their business combination, which was approved by shareholders at their AGMs in 2022. The completion of this merger is anticipated on June 30, 2022. The combination aims to enhance operational efficiency and growth potential in the oil and gas sector. Lundin Energy emphasizes its commitment to sustainability and resilience against oil price fluctuations.

Lundin Energy announced successful shareholder approval for the merger with Aker BP, creating a leading independent E&P company in Europe, expected to finalize on June 30, 2022. The company reported a record revenue of $1.98 billion for Q1 2022, driven by an oil price of $104 per barrel and a robust production rate of 191.4 Mboepd. Free cash flow reached $822 million, while net debt decreased to $2.1 billion. A quarterly dividend was increased by 25% to $0.5625 per share. The company also advanced its Decarbonisation Plan, completing its first wind farm and progressing on electrification initiatives.

Lundin Energy has announced the completion and commercial handover of the Metsälamminkangas (MLK) wind farm, Finland's third largest. It is expected to generate approximately 400 GWh annually from 24 5.5 MW turbines, holding a 50% stake alongside Sval Energi. The wind farm's construction was completed on budget by OX2 AB, with delays compensated through liquidated damages. This facility is significant for Lundin's Decarbonisation Plan as it transitions toward renewable energy, benefiting from high spot electricity prices in the region.

The Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Lundin Energy approved the combination of its E&P business with Aker BP and a quarterly cash dividend of USD 0.5625 per share. The merger, contingent on Aker BP's AGM approval and government clearances, is targeted for completion on June 30, 2022. Shareholders will receive shares in Lundin Energy MergerCo AB prior to the merger. The AGM also re-elected the Board of Directors and authorized share sales on Nasdaq Stockholm. Additionally, two minority shareholder proposals were rejected.

Lundin Energy has proposed a quarterly cash dividend of USD 0.5625 per share, totaling SEK 5.30 per share, amounting to approximately MSEK 1,508 or MUSD 160 for the first installment. The payment is subject to approval at the 2022 Annual General Meeting (AGM) on 31 March 2022. The dividend is expected to be paid on 7 April 2022, with the ex-dividend date set for 1 April 2022. This proposal also includes a conditional Lex Asea distribution tied to Lundin's E&P business.

Lundin Energy highlights the publication of an Exemption Document by Aker BP regarding their proposed Combination of Lundin Energy's E&P business with Aker BP. The document outlines relevant risk factors, a business overview of both companies, and unaudited pro forma financial statements for the year 2021, assuming the Combination occurred on January 1, 2021. The deal requires approval from both companies' Annual General Meetings and necessary governmental clearances, targeting completion in late Q2 2022.

Lundin Energy AB is set to publish a company description for its new renewables-focused business, which will operate independently following the proposed merger with Aker BP. It will feature three high-quality assets in the Nordics, generating about 600 GWh annually. The business will be debt-free and has secured $130 million in cash for project development, expected to generate free cash flow starting late 2023. A focus on sustainable energy and capital for growth projects positions the company advantageously amidst the EU's net-zero ambitions.