Secondary Recommendation

Dragon Oil - Net cash 38% of market cap.

November 2011

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Dragonâ€™s interims were well flagged by its pre-close update but were excellent nevertheless. Revenues rose 91% to US$527m while pretax profit increased 125% to US$309m. Eps rose 125% to almost 60 cents, while net cash increased 27% to US$1,470m (Â£936m). Growth came thanks to a 25% increase in average gross production to 58,000 bopd as a result of completing eight new development wells, while average prices realised were US$100 / barrel up from US$75. The outlook for this year is strong with management setting a year-on-year production growth target of 20% and five development wells are also planned. Management continue to look for potential strategic acquisitions in Africa, Middle East and Asia while discussions with Tur ...

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Dragon Oil - Receives 455p a share bid (December 2009)

Dragon Oil - Gain to date: 144% (July 2009)

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