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Waterous Energy Fund Purchases 1.93 Million Shares of Greenfire Resources in C$12.8 Million Private Transaction
Acquisition Details: Waterous Energy Fund Management has acquired 1,926,055 common shares of Greenfire Resources (GFR) for C$6.65 per share, totaling C$12,808,265.75.
Ownership Percentage: The shares purchased represent approximately 2.7% of the total issued and outstanding common shares of Greenfire Resources.
Future Plans: Greenfire Resources is planning to raise C$300 million through a rights offering.
Additional Information: The article mentions financial insights and ratings related to Greenfire Resources, including a Q3 2025 earnings call transcript.
Waterous Energy Fund Purchases Stake in Greenfire Resources Ltd.
Acquisition Details: Waterous Energy Fund Management Corp. announced the purchase of 8,703,479 common shares of Greenfire Resources Ltd., representing approximately 12.4% of Greenfire's outstanding shares, for a total of C$57,007,787.45 at C$6.55 per share.
Ownership Increase: Following the transaction, Waterous Energy Fund's ownership in Greenfire increased from 55.9% to 68.3% of the issued and outstanding common shares, along with retaining 2,654,179 common share purchase warrants.
Investment Review Intent: Waterous Energy Fund intends to continuously review its investment in Greenfire and may adjust its ownership based on various factors, including market conditions and business developments.
Regulatory Compliance: The transactions were conducted outside of any stock exchange and are intended to comply with the private agreement exemption under Canadian securities regulations, with an early warning report to be filed with relevant securities commissions.
Greenfire Resources Reports Q3 2025 Results, Provides Operational Update, Outlines 2026 Guidance, and Discusses Refinancing Plans
Financial Performance: Greenfire Resources Ltd. reported a bitumen production of 15,757 bbls/d for Q3 2025, with adjusted funds flow of $38.1 million and adjusted free cash flow of $20.2 million, reflecting a decrease in production compared to Q3 2024.
Operational Updates: The company successfully restored a failed steam generator at the Hangingstone Expansion Facility and plans to commence drilling operations at a new SAGD well pad in November 2025, with first oil expected in Q4 2026.
Regulatory Compliance: Greenfire is addressing sulphur dioxide emissions exceeding regulatory limits at the Expansion Asset by installing sulphur removal facilities, with commissioning expected in November 2025.
Future Outlook: The company anticipates production on the high end of its 2025 guidance and has approved a 2026 capital budget of $180 million, focusing on sustaining and growth capital to enhance production efficiency.
Greenfire Resources Plans C$300 Million Rights Offering
Rights Offering Announcement: Greenfire Resources Ltd. plans to undertake a rights offering of its common shares to raise approximately C$300 million, with details to be finalized before the offering commences.
Standby Purchase Agreement: The company expects to enter into a standby purchase agreement with Waterous Energy Fund, which holds about 55.9% of Greenfire's shares, to ensure full subscription of the offering.
Use of Proceeds: The net proceeds from the rights offering will be used to redeem US$237.5 million of outstanding senior secured notes due in 2028, with a conditional notice of redemption to be issued following the offering's launch.
Regulatory Compliance: The rights offering will be conducted in Canada and the U.S., subject to necessary approvals and market conditions, and will comply with applicable securities laws.
Greenfire Resources plans to secure C$300M through a rights offering.
Rights Offering Announcement: Greenfire Resources plans to conduct a rights offering of its common shares, aiming for gross proceeds of approximately C$300 million.
Standby Purchase Agreement: The company will enter a standby purchase agreement with Waterous Energy Fund, which holds about 55.9% of shares, ensuring they will fully exercise their subscription rights.
Use of Proceeds: The net proceeds from the rights offering, along with existing cash, will be utilized to redeem the company's $237.5 million senior secured notes due in 2028.
Redemption Notice: Greenfire intends to issue a conditional notice of redemption for the 2028 Notes following the official launch of the rights offering.
BMO Capital Lowers Greenfire Resources (GFR) Rating to Market Perform, Maintains Price Target
Analyst Downgrade: Greenfire Resources Ltd. (NYSE:GFR) was downgraded from Outperform to Market Perform by BMO Capital analyst Tariq Saad, with a price target maintained at C$8, due to anticipated cash flow challenges in 2026.
Production and Financial Performance: The company produced 15,748 barrels of bitumen per day despite operational setbacks, generating $17.7 million in operating cash flow, while capital expenditures decreased to $10.8 million.
Waterous Energy Fund Purchases 1.93 Million Shares of Greenfire Resources in C$12.8 Million Private Transaction
Acquisition Details: Waterous Energy Fund Management has acquired 1,926,055 common shares of Greenfire Resources (GFR) for C$6.65 per share, totaling C$12,808,265.75.
Ownership Percentage: The shares purchased represent approximately 2.7% of the total issued and outstanding common shares of Greenfire Resources.
Future Plans: Greenfire Resources is planning to raise C$300 million through a rights offering.
Additional Information: The article mentions financial insights and ratings related to Greenfire Resources, including a Q3 2025 earnings call transcript.
Waterous Energy Fund Purchases Stake in Greenfire Resources Ltd.
Acquisition Details: Waterous Energy Fund Management Corp. announced the purchase of 8,703,479 common shares of Greenfire Resources Ltd., representing approximately 12.4% of Greenfire's outstanding shares, for a total of C$57,007,787.45 at C$6.55 per share.
Ownership Increase: Following the transaction, Waterous Energy Fund's ownership in Greenfire increased from 55.9% to 68.3% of the issued and outstanding common shares, along with retaining 2,654,179 common share purchase warrants.
Investment Review Intent: Waterous Energy Fund intends to continuously review its investment in Greenfire and may adjust its ownership based on various factors, including market conditions and business developments.
Regulatory Compliance: The transactions were conducted outside of any stock exchange and are intended to comply with the private agreement exemption under Canadian securities regulations, with an early warning report to be filed with relevant securities commissions.
Greenfire Resources Reports Q3 2025 Results, Provides Operational Update, Outlines 2026 Guidance, and Discusses Refinancing Plans
Financial Performance: Greenfire Resources Ltd. reported a bitumen production of 15,757 bbls/d for Q3 2025, with adjusted funds flow of $38.1 million and adjusted free cash flow of $20.2 million, reflecting a decrease in production compared to Q3 2024.
Operational Updates: The company successfully restored a failed steam generator at the Hangingstone Expansion Facility and plans to commence drilling operations at a new SAGD well pad in November 2025, with first oil expected in Q4 2026.
Regulatory Compliance: Greenfire is addressing sulphur dioxide emissions exceeding regulatory limits at the Expansion Asset by installing sulphur removal facilities, with commissioning expected in November 2025.
Future Outlook: The company anticipates production on the high end of its 2025 guidance and has approved a 2026 capital budget of $180 million, focusing on sustaining and growth capital to enhance production efficiency.
Greenfire Resources Plans C$300 Million Rights Offering
Rights Offering Announcement: Greenfire Resources Ltd. plans to undertake a rights offering of its common shares to raise approximately C$300 million, with details to be finalized before the offering commences.
Standby Purchase Agreement: The company expects to enter into a standby purchase agreement with Waterous Energy Fund, which holds about 55.9% of Greenfire's shares, to ensure full subscription of the offering.
Use of Proceeds: The net proceeds from the rights offering will be used to redeem US$237.5 million of outstanding senior secured notes due in 2028, with a conditional notice of redemption to be issued following the offering's launch.
Regulatory Compliance: The rights offering will be conducted in Canada and the U.S., subject to necessary approvals and market conditions, and will comply with applicable securities laws.
Greenfire Resources plans to secure C$300M through a rights offering.
Rights Offering Announcement: Greenfire Resources plans to conduct a rights offering of its common shares, aiming for gross proceeds of approximately C$300 million.
Standby Purchase Agreement: The company will enter a standby purchase agreement with Waterous Energy Fund, which holds about 55.9% of shares, ensuring they will fully exercise their subscription rights.
Use of Proceeds: The net proceeds from the rights offering, along with existing cash, will be utilized to redeem the company's $237.5 million senior secured notes due in 2028.
Redemption Notice: Greenfire intends to issue a conditional notice of redemption for the 2028 Notes following the official launch of the rights offering.
BMO Capital Lowers Greenfire Resources (GFR) Rating to Market Perform, Maintains Price Target
Analyst Downgrade: Greenfire Resources Ltd. (NYSE:GFR) was downgraded from Outperform to Market Perform by BMO Capital analyst Tariq Saad, with a price target maintained at C$8, due to anticipated cash flow challenges in 2026.
Production and Financial Performance: The company produced 15,748 barrels of bitumen per day despite operational setbacks, generating $17.7 million in operating cash flow, while capital expenditures decreased to $10.8 million.
