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Leader Energy Services Announces Second Quarter Results
Press Release Source: Leader Energy Services Ltd. On Tuesday August 17, 2010, 7:57 pm EDT
CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - Aug. 17, 2010) - Leader Energy Services Ltd. ("Leader" or the "Company") (TSX VENTURE:LEA - News) today announced financial and operating results for the three and six-month periods ended June 30, 2010.
Overview
For the quarter ended June 30, 2010 the Company recorded a Loss from Continuing Operations before Interest, Taxes, Amortization and Stock Based Compensation ("LBITDA") of $380,000 and a net loss of $1.4 million as compared to a LBITDA of $1.2 million and a net loss of $2.2 million in the prior year second quarter. The improvement in LBITDA over the prior year second quarter results is due to increased industry activity levels and operations in the current quarter consisting of a favourable sales mix with a greater concentration of operations on deeper wells. The net loss of $1.4 million ($0.11 per share) for the current period was also an improvement over the prior year's second quarter loss of $2.2 million ($0.16 per share) predominantly due to a reduced LBITDA in the current period and other income of $200,000 due to the settlement of a lawsuit in the current year second quarter.
Although the Company reduced both its LBITDA and its net loss in comparison to the prior year's second quarter, cash flow from continuing operating activities before changes in non-working capital balances was negative $835,000 in the 2010 second quarter. However, this was a significant improvement over the prior year's second quarter cash flow from continuing operations of negative $1.8 million. Management is continuing to take all action possible to further increase its revenues while minimizing or reducing its administrative overhead costs and related operational costs.
Revenues at $3.2 million increased by $1.9 million or 134% over the comparable 2009 second quarter due to activity levels in the current year second quarter improving over the second quarter of the prior year and with the Company focusing its operations on larger diameter coil work on deeper wells. Revenues in the first six months of 2010 also exceeded revenues generated in the prior year second quarter due to improved activity levels and a more favourable sales mix.
Operating costs as a percentage of sales declined in the second quarter of 2010 and for the six month period ended June 30, 2010 as compared to the prior year due to the higher current year revenue levels which resulted in operational efficiencies, and as a result of ongoing cost control efforts. Efficiencies have also been accomplished by focusing field activities on higher margin work.
Outlook
Leader continues to show improved financial results relative to 2009. A number of industry analysts have increased their well count predictions and industry outlook. While improved industry conditions will directly benefit the Company through increased utilization rates, Leader will continue to focus on improving operational efficiencies where possible, and managing its capital in a prudent manner. The Company is optimistic that results will show continued improvement during the balance of 2010 and into 2011. See discussion above in the Financial Instruments and Business Risks section for a summary of certain factors influencing industry conditions.
Other
Additional information can be found on SEDAR at www.sedar.com or the Company web site at www.leaderenergy.com. The number of common shares issued and outstanding at the date hereof was 13,265,000, which does not include 1,226,000 unexercised stock options.
Contact:
Rod HauserLeader Energy Services Ltd.President & CEO(403) 265-5400r.hauser@leaderenergy.comJason Krueger, CFALeader Energy Services Ltd.Director, Investor Relations(403) 374-1234jason@redwood-capital.comDon Baird, CALeader Energy Services Ltd.Chief Financial Officer(403) 265-5400d.baird@leaderenergy.com
LDRXF..$0.1665
Company Symbols: OtherOTC:LDRXF, TorontoVE:LEA
CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - Aug. 17, 2010) - Leader Energy Services Ltd. ( "Leader" or the "Company") (TSX VENTURE:LEA) today announced financial and operating results for the three and six-month periods ended June 30, 2010.
Second Quarter Performance Summary (000s)
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June 30, June 30,
Quarter ended, 2010 2009 $ Change % Change
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Revenue - continuing operations $ 3,232 $ 1,381 $ 1,851 134%
Operating expenses - continuing
operations 2,690 1,712 978 57%
General and Administrative -
continuing operations 922 840 82 10%
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E(L)BITDAS from continuing
operations(i) (380) (1,171) 791 68%
Amortization - continuing
operations 560 569 (9) (2)%
Stock Compensation - continuing
operations 10 - 10 n/a
Interest - continuing operations 794 802 (8) (1)%
Other - continuing operations (198) 121 (319) (264)%
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Net loss - continuing operations (1,546) (2,663) 1,117 42%
Net income - discontinued operations 148 468 (320) (68)%
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Net loss (1,398) (2,195) 797 36%
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June 30, June 30,
Six months ended, 2010 2009 $ Change % Change
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Revenue - continuing operations $ 11,451 $ 7,501 $ 3,950 53%
Operating expenses - continuing
operations 6,549 5,063 1,486 29%
General and Administrative -
continuing operations 1,755 1,532 223 15%
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E(L)BITDAS from continuing
operations(i) 3,147 906 2,241 247%
Amortization - continuing
operations 1,104 1,122 (18) (2)%
Stock Compensation - continuing
operations 20 - 20 100%
Interest - continuing operations 1,596 1,618 (22) (1)%
Other - continuing operations (185) 156 (341) (219)%
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Net income (loss) - continuing
operations 612 (1,990) 2,602 131%
Net income discontinued operations 199 425 (226) (53)%
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Net income (loss) 811 (1,565) 2,376 152%
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(i) E(L)BITDAS is defined herein as earnings (loss) from continuing
operations before interest, taxes, amortization, and stock based
compensation. Readers are cautioned that E(L)BITDAS is generally
regarded as an indirect measure of operating cash flow, and, as such,
the Company believes it is a significant indicator of success of public
companies, and is particularly relevant to readers within the
investment community. E(L)BITDAS is not a measure that has a
standardized meaning prescribed by Canadian GAAP, and accordingly may
not be comparable to similar measures used by other companies.
Overview
For the quarter ended June 30, 2010 the Company recorded a Loss from Continuing Operations before Interest, Taxes, Amortization and Stock Based Compensation ("LBITDA") of $380,000 and a net loss of $1.4 million as compared to a LBITDA of $1.2 million and a net loss of $2.2 million in the prior year second quarter. The improvement in LBITDA over the prior year second quarter results is due to increased industry activity levels and operations in the current quarter consisting of a favourable sales mix with a greater concentration of operations on deeper wells. The net loss of $1.4 million ($0.11 per share) for the current period was also an improvement over the prior year's second quarter loss of $2.2 million ($0.16 per share) predominantly due to a reduced LBITDA in the current period and other income of $200,000 due to the settlement of a lawsuit in the current year second quarter.
Although the Company reduced both its LBITDA and its net loss in comparison to the prior year's second quarter, cash flow from continuing operating activities before changes in non-working capital balances was negative $835,000 in the 2010 second quarter. However, this was a significant improvement over the prior year's second quarter cash flow from continuing operations of negative $1.8 million. Management is continuing to take all action possible to further increase its revenues while minimizing or reducing its administrative overhead costs and related operational costs.
Results of Continuing Operations
Well Stimulation Services (000s)
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June 30, June 30,
Quarter ended, 2010 2009 Change % Change
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Revenue $ 3,232 $ 1,381 $ 1,851 134%
Operating 2,690 1,712 978 57%
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Field profit (loss)(i) 542 (331) 873 264%
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June 30, June 30,
Six months ended, 2010 2009 $ Change % Change
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Revenue $ 11,451 $ 7,501 $ 3,950 53%
Operating 6,549 5,063 1,486 29%
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Field profit(i) 4,902 2,438 2,464 101%
(i) Field profit (loss) is a measure not recognized under Canadian GAAP.
Management believes that field profit provides investors with an
indication of earnings before administrative costs, depreciation,
interest, and taxes. Readers are cautioned that field profit should
not be considered as an alternative to net income determined in
accordance with Canadian GAAP as an indicator of the Company's
performance.
Revenues at $3.2 million increased by $1.9 million or 134% over the comparable 2009 second quarter due to activity levels in the current year second quarter improving over the second quarter of the prior year and with the Company focusing its operations on larger diameter coil work on deeper wells. Revenues in the first six months of 2010 also exceeded revenues generated in the prior year second quarter due to improved activity levels and a more favourable sales mix.
Operating costs as a percentage of sales declined in the second quarter of 2010 and for the six month period ended June 30, 2010 as compared to the prior year due to the higher current year revenue levels which resulted in operational efficiencies, and as a result of ongoing cost control efforts. Efficiencies have also been accomplished by focusing field activities on higher margin work.
Outlook
Leader continues to show improved financial results relative to 2009. A number of industry analysts have increased their well count predictions and industry outlook. While improved industry conditions will directly benefit the Company through increased utilization rates, Leader will continue to focus on improving operational efficiencies where possible, and managing its capital in a prudent manner. The Company is optimistic that results will show continued improvement during the balance of 2010 and into 2011. See discussion above in the Financial Instruments and Business Risks section for a summary of certain factors influencing industry conditions.
Other
Additional information can be found on SEDAR at www.sedar.com or the Company web site at www.leaderenergy.com. The number of common shares issued and outstanding at the date hereof was 13,265,000, which does not include 1,226,000 unexercised stock options.
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Added on 08/17 at 19:57 PRESS RELEASE: Leader Energy Services Announces -2-
Certain statements contained in this press release, including statements which may contain words such as "could", "should", "expect", "estimate", "believe", " likely", "will", or estimates of business activity, and similar expressions and statements relating to matters that are not historical facts, are forward looking statements. Such statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties that may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of Leader to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward looking statements. Factors include commodity prices, demand for oil and gas related products and service, competition, political and economic conditions, demand and acceptance of new products and ways of doing business, changes in laws and regulations to which Leader is subject, and the ability to attract and retain key personnel.
The TSX Venture Exchange has not reviewed and does not accept responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT:
Leader Energy Services Ltd.
Rod Hauser
President & CEO
(403) 265-5400
r.hauser@leaderenergy.com
or
Leader Energy Services Ltd.
Jason Krueger, CFA
Director, Investor Relations
(403) 374-1234
jason@redwood-capital.com
or
Leader Energy Services Ltd.
Don Baird, CA
Chief Financial Officer
(403) 265-5400
d.baird@leaderenergy.com
www.leaderenergy.com
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Leader Energy Services Announces First Quarter Results
Dow Jones & Company, Inc. - May 26 at 07:00
Company Symbols: OtherOTC:LDRXF, TorontoVE:LEA
CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - May 26, 2010) - Leader Energy Services Ltd. (" Leader" or the "Company") (TSX VENTURE:LEA) today announced financial and operating results for the three-month period ended March 31, 2010.
Performance Summary (000's except per share amounts)
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Quarter ended Year
over
Year over Year
March 31, March 31, Year %
2010 2009 $ Change Change
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Revenue - continuing operations $ 8,219 $ 6,120 $ 2,099 34%
Operating Expenses - continuing
operations 3,859 3,351 508 15%
General and Administrative -
continuing operations 833 692 141 20%
Provision for Bad Debts - continuing
operations - 28 (28) (100)%
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EBITDAS - continuing operations(i) 3,527 2,049 1,478 72%
Amortization - continuing
operations 544 553 (19) (2)%
Stock Compensation - continuing
operations 10 - 10 -
Interest - continuing operations 802 816 (14) (2)%
Other - continuing operations 13 7 6 86%
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Net Income - continuing operations 2,158 673 1,485 221%
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Net Income/(Loss) - discontinued
operations 51 (43) 94 318%
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Net Income 2,209 630 1,579 251%
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- per share (basic) $ 0.17 $ 0.05 $ 0.12 240%
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- per share (diluted) $ 0.15 $ 0.05 $ 0.10 200%
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(i) EBITDAS means earnings from continuing operations before interest,
taxes, amortization, and stock based compensation. Readers are cautioned
that EBITDAS is generally regarded as an indirect measure of operating
cash flow, and, as such, the Company believes it is a significant
indicator of success of public companies, and is particularly relevant
to readers within the investment community. EBITDAS is not a measure
that has a standardized meaning prescribed by Canadian GAAP, and
accordingly may not be comparable to similar measures used by other
companies.
Overview
Headquartered out of Calgary, Alberta, Leader Energy Services Ltd.'s ("Leader" or the "Company") operations are managed from its operations base in Grande Prairie, Alberta. From this base the Company offers well stimulation services across the Western Canadian Sedimentary Basin ("WCSB").
In the first quarter of 2010 revenues were well above that of the prior year's first quarter and exceeded forecast. In conjunction with the first quarter of the year typically being the most active quarter for the Company, the results from the 2010 first quarter were further improved as a result of the Company focusing its service activities on deeper and horizontal wells requiring larger diameter pipe and continued close management of costs and overhead expenses.
Operating costs totalled $3.9 million during the first quarter of 2010 versus $3.4 million during the comparable period in 2009. Operating costs as a percentage of revenues decreased from 55% in the 2009 first quarter to 47% in the 2010 first quarter. With higher revenues and operating efficiencies resulting in decreased operating expenses as a percentage of revenues, field profit for the first quarter of 2010 showed a significant 57% improvement over the comparable period in 2009.
The Company's net income from continuing operations of $2.2 million for the first quarter of 2010 was a significant improvement over the prior year's first quarter net income from continuing operations of $673,000. This improvement was due to a $1.5 million increase in EBITDAS in the current year first quarter in comparison to the prior year's first quarter. The improvement in EBITDAS was due to higher revenues in the current year first quarter coupled with operating costs as a percentage of revenues decreasing from 55% in the 2009 first quarter to 47% in the 2010 first quarter. The increased revenues and improved operating costs were partially offset by an increase in general and administrative costs.
Net income for the quarter ended March 31, 2010 was $2.2 million with basic and diluted earnings per share being $0.17 and $0.15 respectively. This is a marked improvement over net income of $630,000 for the quarter ended March 31, 2009 where both basic and diluted earnings per share were $0.05.
The Company has yet to secure a credit facility to replace the facility which was paid out in mid 2008. Based on the Company's internal operating cash forecast, if the assumptions in the forecast hold true, access to additional financing does not appear to be necessary. However, given the uncertainty present in the current economic climate the Company will continue to pursue possible credit facility opportunities and hopes to secure a credit facility in the near future.
Liquidity and Capital Resources
At March 31, 2010 the Company held cash and cash equivalents of $1.0 million and positive working capital of $4.2 million as compared to $1.0 million and $ 1.8 million respectively for the December 31, 2009 year ended. For the period ended March 31, 2010 cash flow from continuing operations before changes from non-cash working capital was positive $3.2 million, an improvement of $1.8 million over the previous year's period ended March 31, 2009. The improvement in working capital and cash flow from continuing operations before changes from non-cash working capital can both be attributed to the positive results from operations.
Outlook
Management is pleased with the results of operations and will continue to take action wherever possible to increase the Company's revenues and reduce administrative and operational costs. Although Leader has surpassed internal operational and financial projections year to date, a number of challenges continue to confront the oilfield service industry in western Canada. Recognizing that these challenges exist, the Company remains cautiously optimistic with respect to operating results for the balance of the year. Demand for Leader's services has shown an increase relative to last year at this time. The Company believes that demand for its services will continue to strengthen during 2010.
Other
Additional information can be found on SEDAR at www.sedar.com or the Company web site at www.leaderenergy.com. The number of common shares issued and outstanding at the date hereof was 13,265,000 which does not include 1,244,000 unexercised stock options.
Certain statements contained in this press release, including statements which may contain words such as "could", "should", "expect", "estimate", "believe", " likely", "will", or estimates of business activity, and similar expressions and statements relating to matters that are not historical facts, are forward looking statements. Such statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties that may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of Leader to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward looking statements. Factors include commodity prices, demand for oil and gas related products and service, competition, political and economic conditions, demand and acceptance of new products and ways of doing business, changes in laws and regulations to which Leader is subject, and the ability to attract and retain key personnel.
The TSX Venture Exchange has not reviewed and does not accept responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT:
Leader Energy Services Ltd.
Rod Hauser
President & CEO
(403) 265-5400
r.hauser@leaderenergy.com
or
Leader Energy Services Ltd.
Jason Krueger, CFA
Director, Investor Relations
(403) 374-1234
jason@redwood-capital.com
or
Leader Energy Services Ltd.
Don Baird, CA
Chief Financial Officer
(403) 265-5400
d.baird@leaderenergy.com
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Dow Jones & Company, Inc. - Nov 12 at 16:18
Company Symbols: OtherOTC:LDRXF, TorontoVE:LEACALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - Nov. 12, 2010) - Leader Energy Services Ltd. ( "Leader" or the "Company") (TSX VENTURE:LEA) today announced financial and operating results for the three and nine-month periods ended September 30, 2010. Third quarter revenue and EBITDAS increased by $4.5 million (250%) and $3.1 million (495%) respectively over the comparable period last year. For the nine months to date, revenue and EBITDAS increased by $8.4 million (91%) and $5.3 million (1,873%) respectively over the comparable period last year.
Third Quarter Performance Summary (000s ) --------------------------------------------- September September Quarter ended, 30, 2010 30, 2009 $ Change % Change --------------------------------------------- Revenue - continuing operations $ 6,252 $ 1,786 $ 4,466 250% --------------------------------------------- E(L)BITDAS from continuing operations(i) 2,456 (622) 3,078 495% --------------------------------------------- Net income (loss) - continuing operations 1,112 (2,454) 3,566 145% Net income - discontinued operations 11 1,663 (1,652) (99)% --------------------------------------------- Net income (loss) 1,123 (791) 1,914 242% --------------------------------------------- Net income (loss) Continuing operations --------------------------------------------- Per share basic 0.08 (0.19) 0.27 - --------------------------------------------- Per share diluted 0.08 (0.19) 0.27 - --------------------------------------------- E(L)BITDAS from continuing operations (ii) --------------------------------------------- Per share basic 0.19 (0.05) 0.24 - --------------------------------------------- Per share diluted 0.17 (0.05) 0.22 - --------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------- September September Nine months ended, 30, 2010 30, 2009 $ Change % Change --------------------------------------------- Revenue - continuing operations $ 17,703 $ 9,287 $ 8,416 91% --------------------------------------------- E(L)BITDAS from continuing operations(i) 5,603 284 5,319 1,873% Net income (loss) - continuing operations 1,724 (4,444) 6,168 139% --------------------------------------------- Net income discontinued operations 210 2,088 (1,878) (90)% --------------------------------------------- Net income (loss) 1,934 (2,356) 4,290 182% --------------------------------------------- Net income (loss) Continuing operations Per share basic 0.13 (0.34) 0.47 - --------------------------------------------- Per share diluted 0.12 (0.34) 0.46 - --------------------------------------------- E(L)BITDAS from continuing operations (ii) --------------------------------------------- Per share basic 0.42 0.02 0.40 - --------------------------------------------- Per share diluted 0.39 0.02 0.37 - ---------------------------------------------
(i) E(L)BITDAS is defined herein as earnings(loss) from continuing operations before interest, taxes, amortization, and stock based compensation. Readers are cautioned that E(L)BITDAS is generally regarded as an indirect measure of operating cash flow, and, as such, the Company believes it is a significant indicator of success of public companies, and is particularly relevant to readers within the investment community. E(L)BITDAS is not a measure that has a standardized meaning prescribed by Canadian GAAP, and accordingly may not be comparable to similar measures used by other companies.
(ii) E(L)BITDAS from continuing operations per share and per share diluted are measures of per share profitability before certain charges and is not a measure that has a standardized meaning prescribed by Canadian GAAP, and accordingly may not be comparable to similar measures used by other companies.
Overview
Headquartered out of Calgary, Alberta, Leader's operations are managed from its base in Grande Prairie, Alberta. From this base the Company offers well stimulation services across the Western Canadian Sedimentary Basin ("WCSB").
For the quarter ended September 30, 2010 the Company recorded a profit from continuing operations before interest, taxes, amortization and stock based compensation ("E(L)BITDAS") of $2.5 million and a net income of $1.1 million as compared to a loss of E(L)BITDAS of $622,000 and a net loss from continuing operations of $2.5 million in the prior year third quarter. The improvement in E(L)BITDAS over the prior year third quarter results is due to increased industry activity levels with a greater concentration of operations on deeper wells. The net income of $1.1 million for the current period was also an improvement over the prior year's third quarter loss of $791,000 predominantly due to an improved E(L)BITDAS in the current period.
As a result of the Company's improved E(L)BITDAS, cash flow from continuing operating activities before changes in non-working capital balances was positive $1.8 million in the 2010 third quarter which was a significant improvement over the prior year's third quarter cash flow from continuing operations of negative $1.3 million. Management continues to take all action possible to further increase its revenues while minimizing or reducing its administrative overhead costs and related operational costs in order to improve its cash flow from continuing operations.
Subsequent to the balance sheet date the Company secured a $3.0 million revolving credit facility from a Canadian chartered bank. The interest rate applicable to funds borrowed is the bank's prime rate plus 2.75% with the borrowing based on funds available as determined in reference to the Company's accounts receivable balance. The loan facility has an expiry date of January 31, 2012.
Liquidity and Capital Resources
As at the end of the third quarter of 2010, the Company held cash of $1.5 million and positive working capital of $3.4 million as compared to $1.0 million and $1.8 million respectively as at December 31, 2009.
The 2010 third quarter cash flow from continuing operating activities before changes in non-cash working capital balances was positive $1.8 million while the cash flow from continuing operating activities before changes in non-cash working capital for the nine months ended September 30, 2010 was positive $4.2 million a significant improvement over the 2009 amounts of negative $1.3 million and negative $1.7 million for the respective three and nine month periods.
The improved 2010 cash flows and cash balance were due to increased activity levels and the resulting improvement in income from continuing operations and the effect that the improved operations had on accounts receivable and cash balances.
Management is pleased with the current results of operations and will continue to take action wherever possible to increase the Company's revenues and reduce administrative and operational costs.
Outlook
Leader continues to show much-improved financial results relative to 2009. The Petroleum Services Association of Canada estimates 7,915 wells will be drilled in Alberta in 2011, with the number of oil wells increasing 18% and natural gas wells decreasing 5%. Our client base continues to grow due to increased horizontal drilling in the Cardium, Bakken and other oil resource plays. Our operational activity outlook is encouraging. By the end of 2010 Leader will expand its service capabilities by offering a new 2-3/8" coiled tubing unit to assist in longer horizontal wells that are being drilled in areas where our clients are active.
While improved industry conditions will directly benefit the Company through higher utilization rates, Leader will continue to focus on advancing operational efficiencies where possible, and managing its capital in a prudent manner. Management is grateful for the dedication and hard work of Leader's entire workforce; their efforts are reflected in our customers' satisfaction and in our financial performance. The Company is optimistic that results will show continued improvement during the balance of 2010 and into 2011.
Other
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Additional information can be found on SEDAR at www.sedar.com or the Company web site at www.leaderenergy.com. The number of common shares issued and outstanding at the date hereof was 13,265,000 which does not include 1,315,000 unexercised stock options.
Certain statements contained in this press release, including statements which may contain words such as "could", "should", "expect", "estimate", "believe", " likely", "will", or estimates of business activity, and similar expressions and statements relating to matters that are not historical facts, are forward looking statements. Such statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties that may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of Leader to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward looking statements. Factors include commodity prices, demand for oil and gas related products and service, competition, political and economic conditions, demand and acceptance of new products and ways of doing business, changes in laws and regulations to which Leader is subject, and the ability to attract and retain key personnel.
The TSX Venture Exchange has not reviewed and does not accept responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: Leader Energy Services Ltd. Rod Hauser President & CEO (403) 265-5400 r.hauser@leaderenergy.com or Leader Energy Services Ltd. Jason Krueger, CFA Director & Investor Relations (403) 374-1234 jason@redwood-capital.com www.leaderenergy.com
CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - Aug. 17, 2010) - Leader Energy Services Ltd. ("Leader" or the "Company") (TSX VENTURE:LEA - News) today announced financial and operating results for the three and six-month periods ended June 30, 2010.
Second Quarter Performance Summary (000s)
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June 30, June 30,
Quarter ended, 2010 2009 $ Change % Change
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Revenue - continuing operations $ 3,232 $ 1,381 $ 1,851 134%
Operating expenses - continuing
operations 2,690 1,712 978 57%
General and Administrative -
continuing operations 922 840 82 10%
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E(L)BITDAS from continuing
operations(i) (380) (1,171) 791 68%
Amortization - continuing
operations 560 569 (9) (2)%
Stock Compensation - continuing
operations 10 - 10 n/a
Interest - continuing operations 794 802 (8) (1)%
Other - continuing operations (198) 121 (319) (264)%
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Net loss - continuing operations (1,546) (2,663) 1,117 42%
Net income - discontinued operations 148 468 (320) (68)%
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Net loss (1,398) (2,195) 797 36%
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June 30, June 30,
Six months ended, 2010 2009 $ Change % Change
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Revenue - continuing operations $ 11,451 $ 7,501 $ 3,950 53%
Operating expenses - continuing
operations 6,549 5,063 1,486 29%
General and Administrative -
continuing operations 1,755 1,532 223 15%
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E(L)BITDAS from continuing
operations(i) 3,147 906 2,241 247%
Amortization - continuing
operations 1,104 1,122 (18) (2)%
Stock Compensation - continuing
operations 20 - 20 100%
Interest - continuing operations 1,596 1,618 (22) (1)%
Other - continuing operations (185) 156 (341) (219)%
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Net income (loss) - continuing
operations 612 (1,990) 2,602 131%
Net income discontinued operations 199 425 (226) (53)%
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Net income (loss) 811 (1,565) 2,376 152%
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(i) E(L)BITDAS is defined herein as earnings (loss) from continuing
operations before interest, taxes, amortization, and stock based
compensation. Readers are cautioned that E(L)BITDAS is generally
regarded as an indirect measure of operating cash flow, and, as such,
the Company believes it is a significant indicator of success of public
companies, and is particularly relevant to readers within the
investment community. E(L)BITDAS is not a measure that has a
standardized meaning prescribed by Canadian GAAP, and accordingly may
not be comparable to similar measures used by other companies.
Overview
For the quarter ended June 30, 2010 the Company recorded a Loss from Continuing Operations before Interest, Taxes, Amortization and Stock Based Compensation ("LBITDA") of $380,000 and a net loss of $1.4 million as compared to a LBITDA of $1.2 million and a net loss of $2.2 million in the prior year second quarter. The improvement in LBITDA over the prior year second quarter results is due to increased industry activity levels and operations in the current quarter consisting of a favourable sales mix with a greater concentration of operations on deeper wells. The net loss of $1.4 million ($0.11 per share) for the current period was also an improvement over the prior year's second quarter loss of $2.2 million ($0.16 per share) predominantly due to a reduced LBITDA in the current period and other income of $200,000 due to the settlement of a lawsuit in the current year second quarter.
Although the Company reduced both its LBITDA and its net loss in comparison to the prior year's second quarter, cash flow from continuing operating activities before changes in non-working capital balances was negative $835,000 in the 2010 second quarter. However, this was a significant improvement over the prior year's second quarter cash flow from continuing operations of negative $1.8 million. Management is continuing to take all action possible to further increase its revenues while minimizing or reducing its administrative overhead costs and related operational costs.
Results of Continuing Operations
Well Stimulation Services (000s)
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June 30, June 30,
Quarter ended, 2010 2009 Change % Change
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Revenue $ 3,232 $ 1,381 $ 1,851 134%
Operating 2,690 1,712 978 57%
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Field profit (loss)(i) 542 (331) 873 264%
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June 30, June 30,
Six months ended, 2010 2009 $ Change % Change
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Revenue $ 11,451 $ 7,501 $ 3,950 53%
Operating 6,549 5,063 1,486 29%
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Field profit(i) 4,902 2,438 2,464 101%
(i) Field profit (loss) is a measure not recognized under Canadian GAAP.
Management believes that field profit provides investors with an
indication of earnings before administrative costs, depreciation,
interest, and taxes. Readers are cautioned that field profit should
not be considered as an alternative to net income determined in
accordance with Canadian GAAP as an indicator of the Company's
performance.
Revenues at $3.2 million increased by $1.9 million or 134% over the comparable 2009 second quarter due to activity levels in the current year second quarter improving over the second quarter of the prior year and with the Company focusing its operations on larger diameter coil work on deeper wells. Revenues in the first six months of 2010 also exceeded revenues generated in the prior year second quarter due to improved activity levels and a more favourable sales mix.
Operating costs as a percentage of sales declined in the second quarter of 2010 and for the six month period ended June 30, 2010 as compared to the prior year due to the higher current year revenue levels which resulted in operational efficiencies, and as a result of ongoing cost control efforts. Efficiencies have also been accomplished by focusing field activities on higher margin work.
Outlook
Leader continues to show improved financial results relative to 2009. A number of industry analysts have increased their well count predictions and industry outlook. While improved industry conditions will directly benefit the Company through increased utilization rates, Leader will continue to focus on improving operational efficiencies where possible, and managing its capital in a prudent manner. The Company is optimistic that results will show continued improvement during the balance of 2010 and into 2011. See discussion above in the Financial Instruments and Business Risks section for a summary of certain factors influencing industry conditions.
Other
Additional information can be found on SEDAR at www.sedar.com or the Company web site at www.leaderenergy.com. The number of common shares issued and outstanding at the date hereof was 13,265,000, which does not include 1,226,000 unexercised stock options.
Certain statements contained in this press release, including statements which may contain words such as "could", "should", "expect", "estimate", "believe", "likely", "will", or estimates of business activity, and similar expressions and statements relating to matters that are not historical facts, are forward looking statements. Such statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties that may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of Leader to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward looking statements. Factors include commodity prices, demand for oil and gas related products and service, competition, political and economic conditions, demand and acceptance of new products and ways of doing business, changes in laws and regulations to which Leader is subject, and the ability to attract and retain key personnel.
The TSX Venture Exchange has not reviewed and does not accept responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release.
Rod Hauser
Leader Energy Services Ltd.
President & CEO
(403) 265-5400
r.hauser@leaderenergy.com
Jason Krueger, CFA
Leader Energy Services Ltd.
Director, Investor Relations
(403) 374-1234
jason@redwood-capital.com
Don Baird, CA
Leader Energy Services Ltd.
Chief Financial Officer
(403) 265-5400
d.baird@leaderenergy.com
www.leaderenergy.com
Leader Energy Services Announces First Quarter Results
Dow Jones & Company, Inc. - May 26 at 07:00
Company Symbols: OtherOTC:LDRXF, TorontoVE:LEA
CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - May 26, 2010) - Leader Energy Services Ltd. (" Leader" or the "Company") (TSX VENTURE:LEA) today announced financial and operating results for the three-month period ended March 31, 2010.
Performance Summary (000's except per share amounts) ---------- ----------------------------- Quarter ended Year over Year over Year March 31, March 31, Year % 2010 2009 $ Change Change ---------- ----------------------------- Revenue - continuing operations $ 8,219 $ 6,120 $ 2,099 34% Operating Expenses - continuing operations 3,859 3,351 508 15% General and Administrative - continuing operations 833 692 141 20% Provision for Bad Debts - continuing operations - 28 (28) (100)% ---------- ----------------------------- EBITDAS - continuing operations(i) 3,527 2,049 1,478 72% Amortization - continuing operations 544 553 (19) (2)% Stock Compensation - continuing operations 10 - 10 - Interest - continuing operations 802 816 (14) (2)% Other - continuing operations 13 7 6 86% ---------- ----------------------------- Net Income - continuing operations 2,158 673 1,485 221% ---------- ----------------------------- Net Income/(Loss) - discontinued operations 51 (43) 94 318% ---------- ----------------------------- Net Income 2,209 630 1,579 251% ---------- ----------------------------- - per share (basic) $ 0.17 $ 0.05 $ 0.12 240% ---------- ----------------------------- - per share (diluted) $ 0.15 $ 0.05 $ 0.10 200% ---------- ----------------------------- ---------- ----------------------------- (i) EBITDAS means earnings from continuing operations before interest, taxes, amortization, and stock based compensation. Readers are cautioned that EBITDAS is generally regarded as an indirect measure of operating cash flow, and, as such, the Company believes it is a significant indicator of success of public companies, and is particularly relevant to readers within the investment community. EBITDAS is not a measure that has a standardized meaning prescribed by Canadian GAAP, and accordingly may not be comparable to similar measures used by other companies.
Overview
Headquartered out of Calgary, Alberta, Leader Energy Services Ltd.'s ("Leader" or the "Company") operations are managed from its operations base in Grande Prairie, Alberta. From this base the Company offers well stimulation services across the Western Canadian Sedimentary Basin ("WCSB").
In the first quarter of 2010 revenues were well above that of the prior year's first quarter and exceeded forecast. In conjunction with the first quarter of the year typically being the most active quarter for the Company, the results from the 2010 first quarter were further improved as a result of the Company focusing its service activities on deeper and horizontal wells requiring larger diameter pipe and continued close management of costs and overhead expenses.
Operating costs totalled $3.9 million during the first quarter of 2010 versus $3.4 million during the comparable period in 2009. Operating costs as a percentage of revenues decreased from 55% in the 2009 first quarter to 47% in the 2010 first quarter. With higher revenues and operating efficiencies resulting in decreased operating expenses as a percentage of revenues, field profit for the first quarter of 2010 showed a significant 57% improvement over the comparable period in 2009.
The Company's net income from continuing operations of $2.2 million for the first quarter of 2010 was a significant improvement over the prior year's first quarter net income from continuing operations of $673,000. This improvement was due to a $1.5 million increase in EBITDAS in the current year first quarter in comparison to the prior year's first quarter. The improvement in EBITDAS was due to higher revenues in the current year first quarter coupled with operating costs as a percentage of revenues decreasing from 55% in the 2009 first quarter to 47% in the 2010 first quarter. The increased revenues and improved operating costs were partially offset by an increase in general and administrative costs.
Net income for the quarter ended March 31, 2010 was $2.2 million with basic and diluted earnings per share being $0.17 and $0.15 respectively. This is a marked improvement over net income of $630,000 for the quarter ended March 31, 2009 where both basic and diluted earnings per share were $0.05.
The Company has yet to secure a credit facility to replace the facility which was paid out in mid 2008. Based on the Company's internal operating cash forecast, if the assumptions in the forecast hold true, access to additional financing does not appear to be necessary. However, given the uncertainty present in the current economic climate the Company will continue to pursue possible credit facility opportunities and hopes to secure a credit facility in the near future.
Liquidity and Capital Resources
At March 31, 2010 the Company held cash and cash equivalents of $1.0 million and positive working capital of $4.2 million as compared to $1.0 million and $ 1.8 million respectively for the December 31, 2009 year ended. For the period ended March 31, 2010 cash flow from continuing operations before changes from non-cash working capital was positive $3.2 million, an improvement of $1.8 million over the previous year's period ended March 31, 2009. The improvement in working capital and cash flow from continuing operations before changes from non-cash working capital can both be attributed to the positive results from operations.
Outlook
Management is pleased with the results of operations and will continue to take action wherever possible to increase the Company's revenues and reduce administrative and operational costs. Although Leader has surpassed internal operational and financial projections year to date, a number of challenges continue to confront the oilfield service industry in western Canada. Recognizing that these challenges exist, the Company remains cautiously optimistic with respect to operating results for the balance of the year. Demand for Leader's services has shown an increase relative to last year at this time. The Company believes that demand for its services will continue to strengthen during 2010.
Other
Additional information can be found on SEDAR at www.sedar.com or the Company web site at www.leaderenergy.com. The number of common shares issued and outstanding at the date hereof was 13,265,000 which does not include 1,244,000 unexercised stock options.
Certain statements contained in this press release, including statements which may contain words such as "could", "should", "expect", "estimate", "believe", " likely", "will", or estimates of business activity, and similar expressions and statements relating to matters that are not historical facts, are forward looking statements. Such statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties that may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of Leader to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward looking statements. Factors include commodity prices, demand for oil and gas related products and service, competition, political and economic conditions, demand and acceptance of new products and ways of doing business, changes in laws and regulations to which Leader is subject, and the ability to attract and retain key personnel.
The TSX Venture Exchange has not reviewed and does not accept responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: Leader Energy Services Ltd. Rod Hauser President & CEO (403) 265-5400 r.hauser@leaderenergy.com or Leader Energy Services Ltd. Jason Krueger, CFA Director, Investor Relations (403) 374-1234 jason@redwood-capital.com or Leader Energy Services Ltd. Don Baird, CA Chief Financial Officer (403) 265-5400 d.baird@leaderenergy.com
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