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Executive summary

• Completed the Eagle Ford sale in December 2025 for $3.0 billion, transforming into a focused Canadian oil producer with a net cash position and strengthened financial flexibility.

• Achieved 2025 Canadian production of 65,528 boe/d (89% oil and NGL), up 6% year-over-year, with Q4 production at 67,295 boe/d.

• Reported a net loss of $604 million in 2025 due to non-recurring Eagle Ford sale loss, deferred tax expense, and Viking asset impairment, with no impact on cash flow.

• Leadership transition announced: Chad Lundberg to become CEO after the AGM in May 2026.

• Strategy centers on technical leadership, disciplined capital allocation, and prioritizing heavy oil and Duvernay assets.

Financial highlights

• Generated $1.5 billion in adjusted funds flow and $275 million in free cash flow for 2025.

• Q4 2025 adjusted funds flow was $262 million; free cash flow was $76 million, including $35 million in non-recurring Eagle Ford disposition expenses.

• Petroleum and natural gas sales totaled $3.57 billion in 2025, down from $4.21 billion in 2024.

• Ended 2025 with $857 million in cash, no net debt, and a fully undrawn $750 million credit facility.

• Dividends declared in 2025 totaled $0.09 per share ($69 million returned to shareholders).

Outlook and guidance

• 2026 production guidance of 67,000–69,000 boe/d, representing 3%–5% organic growth year-over-year.

• Capital program for 2026 set at $550–625 million, with flexibility to adjust based on oil prices and macro conditions.

• Q1 2026 production forecasted at 68,000–69,000 boe/d, with exit rate near 70,000 boe/d.

• Heavy oil assets support 12 years of drilling at current pace; 91 heavy oil wells planned for 2026.

• Duvernay production expected to rise 35% in 2026, with year-end exit rate of 14,000–15,000 boe/d.