APA Corporation — Aug 6, 2025 release

During the quarter, APA initiated its plans to reduce Permian rig count from eight to six, reflecting a sustained step-change in drilling efficiencies. The company now believes it can hold go-forward Permian oil production flat at six rigs, a reduction from the six and a half rigs stated in May. Despite the 25% reduction in rig count, the company expects to end the year with a higher inventory of drilled-uncompleted wells than originally assumed in February, due to rapidly increasing drilling speeds. Sustained capital efficiency improvements in the Permian are driving a $130 million reduction in original Permian capital guidance, while maintaining original oil production guidance, adjusted for the New Mexico asset sale, which closed in mid-June. G&A and lease operating expenses were considerably below guidance, while upstream capital investment was in line. Shareholder returns and net debt reduction update During the quarter, APA returned $140 million to shareholders through its base dividend and share repurchase program. The company also reduced net debt by over $850 million, supported by proceeds from the New Mexico asset sale and positive working capital inflows, primarily associated with payments from Egypt. To emphasize the ongoing commitment to a strong balance sheet, APA is initiating a long-term net debt target of $3 billion. This target reflects the company’s confidence in the durability of its cash flows,