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Gran Tierra Energy Inc.: Q2 FY2026 earnings call

What management said about Q2 FY2026, from the documents filed with the SEC on 5 August 2026: press release. The quarter’s numbers.

Key takeaways

  • Production fell after asset sales: Total WI production was 41,501 boepd, 9% below the first quarter and 12% below the second quarter of 2025. The first-quarter decline was mainly from the Simonette and Lodgepole sales. Source
  • Net income returned to profit: Net income was $25 million, or $0.70 per share basic and diluted. The first quarter had a net loss of $119 million. Source
  • Adjusted EBITDA rose from first quarter: Adjusted EBITDA was $85 million, up from $74 million in the first quarter. Twelve-month trailing net debt was 1.7 times Adjusted EBITDA. Source
  • Sales rose on higher Brent: Oil, natural gas and NGL sales were $187 million, up 25% from the second quarter of 2025. Brent rose 45%, while sales volumes fell 16%. Source
  • Suroriente carry completed: Gran Tierra completed its $123.0 million Suroriente carry with Ecopetrol. The post-carry period began July 18, 2026, which management said improves block economics. Source
  • Tisquirama conditions precedent satisfied: All conditions precedent for the Tisquirama contract were satisfied, giving Gran Tierra a 49% WI in the Tisquirama block with Ecopetrol. Source
  • Ecuador moves into development: Three more field development plans were approved in June, bringing the total to five of six fields. Ecuador operations are transitioning from exploration to development. Source
  • Dawson Clearwater resource report issued: The McDaniel report covers contingent resources at Dawson Clearwater, effective June 30, 2026, and prospective resources at Dawson Clearwater and Mount Head. Source

“Our second quarter results benefited from a stronger commodity price environment, reduced total operating costs and the continued strength of our portfolio, with production within our guidance range and improved margins and cash generation across the business.”

Gary Guidry, President and Chief Executive Officer

Guidance

AreaPeriodFigureAgainst last quarter
Oil hedging Sourcesecond half of 2026roughly 16,000 barrels per day, about 52% of oil production, with floors near US$60 per bbl
Natural gas hedging Sourcefourth quarter of 2026approximately 6,700 GJ per day at C$2.71 per GJ

What changed from last quarter

  • New: McDaniel's June 30, 2026 report assigned contingent resources at Dawson Clearwater. This is the first disclosure of Dawson Clearwater contingent resources. Source
  • Ended: The Lodgepole area interest of 54% WI was disposed of on June 23, 2026. Source
  • Ended: The Suroriente capital carry commitment was completed. The post-carry period began July 18, 2026. Source
  • New: Conditions precedent for the Tisquirama contract were satisfied during the quarter. Source
  • New: Three more Ecuador field development plans were approved in June 2026, bringing the total to five of six fields. Source
  • New: Gran Tierra transferred a 30% WI in Marten Hills and received Seal/Dawson interests in exchange, plus C$0.8 million cash. Source
  • New: After quarter end, the company bought back a further $15.0 million of 9.75% Senior Notes at a 10% discount. Source

Results and growth drivers

  • Production fell after asset sales: Total WI production was 41,501 boepd, 9% below the first quarter and 12% below the second quarter of 2025. The first-quarter decline was mainly from the Simonette and Lodgepole sales. Source
  • Net income returned to profit: Net income was $25 million, or $0.70 per share basic and diluted. The first quarter had a net loss of $119 million. Source
  • Adjusted EBITDA rose from first quarter: Adjusted EBITDA was $85 million, up from $74 million in the first quarter. Twelve-month trailing net debt was 1.7 times Adjusted EBITDA. Source
  • Funds flow and free cash flow: Funds flow from operations was $60 million, up 41% from the first quarter. Free cash flow was about $6.0 million, against $2.7 million a year earlier. Source
  • Operating cash flow fell from first quarter: Net cash provided by operating activities was $57 million, down from $173 million in the first quarter, which had a larger working capital inflow. Source

Segments and regions

  • Colombia output below prior year: Colombian WI production averaged 19,994 boe/d, against 25,108 in the second quarter of 2025 and 21,319 in the first quarter of 2026. Source
  • Ecuador output averaged 7,993 bopd: Ecuador output averaged 7,993 bopd, with Conejo discoveries and the Perico Block, acquired in December 2025, adding volumes. Source
  • Canada output fell with asset sales: Canadian WI production was 13,514 boe/d, down from 17,496 in the second quarter of 2025, following the Simonette and Lodgepole sales. Source
  • Ecuador had one lifting: Ecuador had one lifting this quarter, against two in the first quarter, which affected Ecuador sales and transportation costs. Source

“We will allocate capital with discipline, operate our fields safely and reliably, and continue to strengthen our balance sheet, generate free cash flow and build long-term value for our shareholders.”

Gary Guidry, President and Chief Executive Officer

Prices, discounts and hedging

  • Sales rose on higher Brent: Oil, natural gas and NGL sales were $187 million, up 25% from the second quarter of 2025. Brent rose 45%, while sales volumes fell 16%. Source
  • Realized price rose with Brent: Average realized price before royalties was $63.94 per boe, against $42.82 a year earlier. After royalties it was $49.35 per boe. Source
  • South American discounts narrowed from first quarter: Average South American quality and transportation discounts were $10.31 per bbl, against $14.85 in the first quarter and $10.30 a year earlier. Source
  • M-1 pricing added about $4 million: Ecuador's M-1 pricing added about $4 million to revenue, with the lifted-month Brent price of $101.89 per bbl above the quarter average. Source
  • Oil hedges cover about 52% of volumes: Hedges cover roughly 16,000 bbl/d of oil in the second half of 2026, with floors near US$60 per bbl. Gran Tierra bought back ceilings on 5,000 bbl/d of its three-way collars. Source

Costs, netbacks and royalties

  • Operating expenses fell from first quarter: Total operating expenses were $52 million, against $66 million in the first quarter, on lower workover and field personnel costs. Source
  • Operating expense per boe was $13.59: Operating expenses were $13.59 per boe, compared with $15.31 in the first quarter and $13.36 in the second quarter of 2025. Source
  • Operating netback rose to $34.73: Gross profit was $75 million, or $19.90 per boe. Operating netback was $34.73 per boe, up 49% from the first quarter and 62% from the second quarter of 2025. Source
  • Cash netback rose to $15.90: Cash netback was $15.90 per boe, a 60% increase from the first quarter and a 23% increase from the second quarter of 2025. Source
  • G&A per boe slightly lower: G&A before stock-based compensation was $3.49 per boe, down from $3.51 in the first quarter, on lower consulting, IT and salary costs. Source
  • Transportation expenses fell 26%: Transportation expenses were $3.9 million, down 26% from the first quarter, on lower volumes transported in Colombia and Canada. Source

Capital, cash and debt

  • Capital spending above first quarter: Capital expenditures were $54 million, above $45 million in the first quarter. The Cohembi six-well program was completed under budget. Source
  • 2026 capital weighted to first half: The 2026 capital program was planned to be weighted to the first half of the year, according to management. Source
  • Net debt to EBITDA at 1.7 times: Net debt was $479 million, with gross debt of $606 million and cash of $127 million. The long-term target ratio is 1.0 times. Source
  • Notes repurchased at discounts: During the first half, $9.2 million face value of 9.75% notes due 2031 were bought back at a 12% discount. Another $15.0 million was bought back after quarter end at 10%. Source
  • Liquidity from cash and facilities: Liquidity comprised $127 million of cash at June 30, plus about $53 million of undrawn availability on credit and lending facilities. Source

Portfolio changes and Ecuador development

  • Suroriente carry completed: Gran Tierra completed its $123.0 million Suroriente carry with Ecopetrol. The post-carry period began July 18, 2026, which management said improves block economics. Source
  • Tisquirama conditions precedent satisfied: All conditions precedent for the Tisquirama contract were satisfied, giving Gran Tierra a 49% WI in the Tisquirama block with Ecopetrol. Source
  • Lodgepole assets sold: The 54% WI in Lodgepole was sold for C$12.8 million (US$9.3 million) cash. Asset retirement obligations of US$12.8 million undiscounted were derecognized, with no gain or loss recognized. Source
  • Clearwater asset exchange completed: Gran Tierra transferred a 30% WI in Marten Hills area assets and received Seal/Dawson interests with WI from 35% to 100%, plus C$0.8 million cash. Source
  • Ecuador moves into development: Three more field development plans were approved in June, bringing the total to five of six fields. Ecuador operations are transitioning from exploration to development. Source

Dawson Clearwater and Mount Head resources

  • Dawson Clearwater resource report issued: The McDaniel report covers contingent resources at Dawson Clearwater, effective June 30, 2026, and prospective resources at Dawson Clearwater and Mount Head. Source
  • Prospective resources near 67 MMbbl: Unrisked best-estimate prospective resources total about 67 MMbbl, of which 55 MMbbl is at Dawson Clearwater and 12 MMbbl at Mount Head. Risked mean is about 33 MMbbl. Source
  • About 108,000 net acres held: Gran Tierra operates both plays at 100% WI, with about 139 net sections in Clearwater and 30 at Mount Head. McDaniel's Clearwater estimates cover 41 net sections. Source
  • Clearwater drilling costs described as low: Management said shallow depths and horizontal multilateral drilling keep Clearwater drilling and completion costs low relative to other Western Canadian oil plays. Source
  • Mount Head diversifies light oil supply: Mount Head targets 37 to 41 degree API light oil. Management said this diversifies production mix and realized pricing beyond South American crude. Source

Coming up, as management said on 5 August 2026

  • Dawson Clearwater and Mount Head drilling in 2027: Management said the two plays will be a focus of drilling activity in 2027. Source
  • Possible expansion into Azerbaijan: Gran Tierra may eventually expand into Azerbaijan under its SOCAR sharing agreement and will continue to pursue additional growth. Source

Figures management reported

FigureReported
Production volumes Source41,501 boepd total WI production
Realized prices SourceBrent $96.68 per bbl quarter average; realized price $49.35 per boe after royalties
Unit costs SourceOperating expenses $13.59 per boe; G&A before stock-based compensation $3.49 per boe
Capital expenditure Source$54 million

Risks management discussed

  • Operational: Acordionero and Cohembi output fell in the first quarter after artificial lift systems failed unexpectedly. Management said the systems have been rectified. Source
  • External: With the Colombia and Ecuador border still closed, Putumayo production uses alternative routes, which carry higher quality and transportation discounts. Source
  • Demand: Management said Clearwater development depends on heavy oil pricing and on favourable commodity pricing and corporate approval. Source
  • Financial: If operating cash flow does not cover capital needs, additional debt or equity may be needed, and availability and terms are not assured. Source
  • Regulatory: About 16,000 acres from the Espejo block remain pending Ecuador field development plan approval. Source
  • Operational: Dawson Clearwater has limited well control and 3D seismic coverage, according to the resource disclosure. Source

Earlier plans management reported on

  • Met: The six-well Cohembi program fulfilled the drilling commitment under the Suroriente carry and was delivered under budget. Source
  • Met: All outstanding conditions precedent to the Tisquirama contract, announced March 17, 2026, were satisfied during the quarter. Source
  • Ahead: Management said the response to water injection at Chanangue came earlier than expected. Source

Other quarters

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