Lycos Energy (LCX) Q1 2026 earnings summary
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Q1 2026 earnings summary
26 May, 2026Executive summary
Q1 2026 average production was 1,653 boe/d (95% crude oil), down 59% year-over-year due to prior asset dispositions and lower capital spending.
Adjusted funds flow from operations was $4.6 million, a 63% decrease from Q1 2025.
Net income swung to a loss of $2.0 million from a profit of $2.4 million in Q1 2025.
Business combination with Mahikan Oil Corporation closed on March 30, 2026, with 29.8 million shares issued and Mahikan debt assumed.
$30 million raised via non-brokered private placement at $1.20 per share concurrent with the Mahikan transaction.
Financial highlights
Total petroleum and natural gas sales were $10.8 million, down 60% year-over-year.
Cash flow from operating activities was $6.8 million, down 46% year-over-year.
Capital expenditures were $2.0 million, a 91% decrease from Q1 2025.
Net operating expenses improved to $21.22/boe from $22.96/boe year-over-year.
Exited Q1 2026 with positive adjusted working capital of $13.9 million.
Outlook and guidance
Production remained stable sequentially from Q4 2025, with new wells expected to contribute in Q2 2026.
Strong early results from HVSM drilling program may lead to enhanced H2 2026 capital plans.
Ongoing evaluation of new GP formation wells and further updates anticipated.
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