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THE WOODLANDS, Texas – Excelerate Energy, Inc. (NYSE: EE) announced financial results showing a net income of $126.8 million for the full year 2023 and $20.0 million for the fourth quarter. The company also reported an Adjusted EBITDA of $346.8 million for 2023 and $71.4 million for the last quarter of the year.
In a strategic move, Excelerate has secured a 15-year contract to purchase 0.85 to 1.0 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) of LNG from QatarEnergy, starting January 2026, to supply its agreement with Petrobangla in Bangladesh. The company has further bolstered shareholder value by authorizing up to $50 million in Class A common stock repurchases through February 2026 and declaring a quarterly dividend of $0.025 per share, payable on March 28, 2024.
Steven Kobos, President and CEO of Excelerate, commented on the strong financial results and the company’s focus on executing growth strategies and optimizing business to deliver superior returns for shareholders.
For 2024, Excelerate anticipates an Adjusted EBITDA between $315 million and $335 million, with committed growth capital expenditures expected to range from $70 million to $80 million. Maintenance capital expenditures are projected to be between $50 million and $60 million.
The company’s net income and Adjusted EBITDA for 2023 increased mainly due to new charters and higher rates on charters in various locations, including Brazil, Argentina, and the UAE, as well as higher direct margin on gas sales. However, the fourth quarter saw a sequential decrease from the third quarter, largely due to drydocking expenses and planned vessel repairs and maintenance.
Excelerate’s liquidity position remains strong, with $555.9 million in cash and cash equivalents as of December 31, 2023, and no outstanding borrowings under its $350 million revolving credit facility.
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