Serica Energy PLC
Serica Energy PLC is an oil and gas exploration and production company operating in the Energy - Fossil Fuels sector.
Business. Serica Energy PLC (SQZ.L) is an oil and gas exploration and production company headquartered in the United Kingdom. The firm operates within the fossil fuels sector, focusing on the upstream exploration and production of crude oil and natural gas. Serica Energy is primarily listed on the London Stock Exchange. Specific details regarding operating segments or geographic revenue mix are not provided in the available data.
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- Rate decisionBank of England rate decision (press conf.)2026-08-06 · GB
- Rate decisionReserve Bank of Australia rate decision (press conf.)2026-08-12 · AU
- Rate decisionNorges Bank rate decision (press conf.)2026-08-20 · NO
- Rate decisionSveriges Riksbank rate decision (press conf.)2026-09-03 · SE
- Rate decisionBank of Canada rate decision (press conf.)2026-09-09 · CA
- Rate decisionEuropean Central Bank rate decision (press conf.)2026-09-10 · EU
- Macro & political
- ElectionSE Swedish Election2026-09-14 · SE
- ElectionUS U.S. Midterms2026-11-03 · US
- ElectionFR French Legislative2027-06-01 · FR
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Serica Energy PLC (SQZ.L) is an oil and gas exploration and production company headquartered in the United Kingdom. The firm operates within the fossil fuels sector, focusing on the upstream exploration and production of crude oil and natural gas. Serica Energy is primarily listed on the London Stock Exchange. Specific details regarding operating segments or geographic revenue mix are not provided in the available data.
Serica Energy PLC has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.34, indicating a relatively conservative capital structure. The company's liquidity is assessed as medium, with a current ratio of 1.14, suggesting it has sufficient short-term assets to cover its short-term liabilities, but with limited excess. The company's free cash flow is negative at -226.52 million USD, which is a concern for its ability to fund operations and growth without external financing.
In terms of profitability, Serica Energy PLC reported a net income of -51.82 million USD, indicating a net loss for the period. The company's return on equity is -7.74%, and its return on assets is -3.38%, both of which are below the industry median for the Oil & Gas Exploration and Production sector. These metrics suggest that the company is not generating returns that meet the expectations of its shareholders or the industry benchmark.
The company's revenue is concentrated in a single business segment, as disclosed in its financial statements, with no significant geographic diversification reported. This concentration increases the company's exposure to market and operational risks in its primary operating region.
Serica Energy PLC's growth trajectory is mixed. The company's revenue for the period was 601.43 million USD, but the net loss and negative free cash flow indicate challenges in sustaining growth. The outlook for the current fiscal year suggests a continuation of these challenges, with no significant improvement in revenue or profitability expected in the near term.
The company's risk assessment indicates a medium liquidity risk, primarily due to its negative net cash position after subtracting total debt. The dilution risk is assessed as low, with no significant dilution potential reported in the basic shares outstanding. However, the company's negative net income and free cash flow may necessitate future financing, which could lead to dilution if not managed carefully.
Recent events, as disclosed in the company's financial filings, include a continuation of exploration and production activities in its primary operating region. The company has not reported any significant new projects or strategic initiatives that would alter its current trajectory. The analyst estimates suggest a range of price targets, with a mean of 299.44 USD and a median of 320.00 USD, indicating a generally positive outlook from analysts despite the company's current financial challenges.
- Serica Energy PLC has a conservative capital structure with a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.34.
- The company reported a net loss of 51.82 million USD and negative returns on equity and assets.
- The company's revenue is concentrated in a single business segment with no significant geographic diversification.
- The company's liquidity is assessed as medium, with a current ratio of 1.14.
- The company's growth trajectory is mixed, with no significant improvement in revenue or profitability expected in the near term.
- Analysts have a generally positive outlook, with a mean price target of 299.44 USD.
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| Metric | Our forecast | Guidance | Consensus |
|---|---|---|---|
| EPS | —no estimate | —no estimate | 0,54 |
| Revenue | —no estimate | —no estimate | 1,1B USD |
| Operating income | —no estimate | —no estimate | 424,3M USD |
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15 tracked| Asset | Type | Commodity | Country | Role |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bruce Oil and Gas Field (United Kingdom) | Oil gas extraction | Oil And Gas | United Kingdom | Registered owner |
| Bruce Oil and Gas Field (United Kingdom) | Oil gas extraction | Oil And Gas | United Kingdom | Parent |
| Columbus Oil and Gas Field (United Kingdom) | Oil gas extraction | Oil And Gas | United Kingdom | Registered owner |
| Columbus Oil and Gas Field (United Kingdom) | Oil gas extraction | Oil And Gas | United Kingdom | Parent |
| Erskine Oil and Gas Field (United Kingdom) | Oil gas extraction | Oil And Gas | United Kingdom | Parent |
| Erskine Oil and Gas Field (United Kingdom) | Oil gas extraction | Oil And Gas | United Kingdom | Registered owner |
| Evelyn Gas Field (United Kingdom) | Oil gas extraction | Gas | United Kingdom | Parent |
| Gannet E Oil and Gas Field (United Kingdom) | Oil gas extraction | Oil And Gas | United Kingdom | Parent |
| Keith Oil and Gas Field (United Kingdom) | Oil gas extraction | Oil And Gas | United Kingdom | Parent |
| Keith Oil and Gas Field (United Kingdom) | Oil gas extraction | Oil And Gas | United Kingdom | Registered owner |
| Orlando Oil and Gas Field (United Kingdom) | Oil gas extraction | Oil And Gas | United Kingdom | Parent |
| Rhum Oil and Gas Field (United Kingdom) | Oil gas extraction | Oil And Gas | United Kingdom | Parent |
| Rhum Oil and Gas Field (United Kingdom) | Oil gas extraction | Oil And Gas | United Kingdom | Registered owner |
| Verbier Oil and Gas Field (United Kingdom) | Oil gas extraction | Oil And Gas | United Kingdom | Parent |
| Verbier Oil and Gas Field (United Kingdom) | Oil gas extraction | Oil And Gas | United Kingdom | Registered owner |
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- Serica Energy PLC Market data — financials · 2026-05-29
- Serica Energy PLC Market data — analyst estimates · 2026-05-29
- Serica Energy PLC Market data — ESG · 2026-05-29
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Leadership
- Chris CoxChief Executive Officer, Executive Director