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Or my name is not Orange Utan lol

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Put through an AI and asked to look at worst- bear case. But it is not realistic. Afentra’s main debt is a Reserve‑Based Lending (RBL) facility:

Principal drawn: $31.5m

Facility size: $42m

Pricing: secured overnight finance rate + 8%

Maturity: May 2028

Supported by a $30m working capital facility, repayable from liftings. The debt does not mature soon. There are no near‑term repayment cliffs. The facility runs for more than two years. In short, this is not "stressed" debt. It is exactly the sort of structure independent oil companies use.

Nice RNS this morning, Acadian buying at 83p

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To the new money (the speculators) this is now a FOMO stock. In snooker terms it is a "shot to nothing", one could almost say as close to a risk free gamble as a speculator could ever want.

Low PE, big names behind it like Dennis etc. Olive, elevated and that is unlikely to change following last night`s Orange Utan`s Address to the Nation (lol) wherein she said nothing new, same old rhetoric. Iran maintaining its position: no surrender, no end in sight to closure of SoH.

So a perfect storm because even if a sale falls through and what are the odds of that in the present market conditions? but even if, there is the safety net of oil at 100+ or more for the foreseeable future.

A "no-brainer" as it were or in poke terms, put another way, if ever there was a "I`m all in" it is hard to see how this is not it.

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Agent view with all recent RNS data:

The 2026 drilling programme has been accelerated. AET now get access to the Borr Grid jack up rig earlier than expected. Pacassa SW well will spud in the coming days (instead of Q3). Impala 2 well will follow immediately afterwards (or an injection well depending on initial results). Sonangol is paying for the drilling upfront. Afentra does NOT have to fund the two wells in 2026.Sonangol recovers the money later, out of future incremental production. This means: Zero impact on Afentra’s 2026 cash capex, No equity raise, No extra debt, No balance sheet strain. The two wells target ~9,000 bopd uplift, Pacassa SW + Impala 2 combined uplift estimate: ~9,000 barrels/day gross. These wells also test 120–150 million barrels of new resource potential. Production growth is pulled forward. Afentra gets more near term volumes sooner if the wells work. The wells are de risking events for future campaigns. Afentra does not spend ~$100m on two wells this year. Cashflows remain strong. RBL refinancing risk reduces because future production is rising without upfront capex. AET looks more attractive to buyers → growth brought forward, funded by Sonangol. Its position with the national oil company strengthened. Bear case valuation band was: 120p – 195p. Conservative “low ball but defendable” bid: ~150p. Afentra just got a free rig, free drilling, and a big time acceleration in its growth plan. They don’t pay for the wells. Sonangol does. Production could jump sooner than expected. Cashflows stay strong. Brent at $115 makes the whole business much more profitable. Even if you take a negative view on execution risk and Angola risk, the valuation floor has gone up. A conservative buyer today would need to bid roughly ~170p to be taken seriously.

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Candlesticks aside. Market incredibly taking Orange Utan at her word. Market manipulation witnessed by half a billion dollars trading hands 15 mins before she made her tweet: (FT). It is garbage IMHO simply allowing WH breathing space and biding time before the troops on USS Tripoli manoeuvre into place to launch a ground assault at the weekend. It is always over a weekend.

And when that happens, this - along with everything else except Olive - sinks back (again).

It is my 2nd biggest holding (AET is my first) so I am hoping I am wrong.

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NB: Even before the Iran War and Strategic Review, Tennyson were referencing 105 TP.

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Agreed, the war is over not when the Orange Utan says "we won" but when Iran say "we lost"

This is pure DJT TACO

The usual B/S

(It amazes me how traders actually believe his nonsense.)

3/3

10. Conclusion — What A Buyer Will Likely Pay

Most Probable Transaction Value:

🔥 260–320 GBp/share

Rationale:

• Anchored on 2027 forward economics

• Incorporates control premium of 20–35%

• Assumes Brent ≥ $100 for medium term horizon due to regional instability

• Reflects AET’s unique positioning as one of Angola’s only credible independents

• Rewards the multi year production uplift already funded and contracted rationale

2/2

Given Brent at $100–$110 for the next ~2 months, only April fully benefits (partially capped), others remain at base-case assumptions.

Using the revised WI uplift (33.33%/24.99% effective mid 2026), the model yields:

Scenario 2026 Avg Realised 2026 Revenue 2026 EPS (USD) FV @5× P/E (GBp)

Apr Brent $100 ~$80.7/bbl ~$190m ~$0.362 143 GBp

Apr Brent $110 ~$81.3/bbl ~$191m ~$0.365 144 GBp

(Values computed from the Python model earlier.)

➡ Conclusion:

2026 operating reality supports a near-term sale floor of ~143–144p stand alone.

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5. 2027 Run Rate Economics (What Buyers Will Actually Underwrite)

When valuing an upstream company, buyers value forward economics, not trailing results.

2027 includes:

• Full WI uplift (33.33%/24.99%).

• Full-year production benefit from Impala 2, PacSW 1, and HWO Phase 1.

• No hedging constraints.

• Opex reductions from scale (as per McKinsey review in deck). [bvresources.com]

Using Brent scenarios:

Brent Scenario 2027 Stand Alone FV @ 5× (GBp)

$83 Brent ~192p

$100 Brent ~239p

$110 Brent ~268p

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6. Control Premiums — What Acquirers Actually Pay

According to major valuation sources (Financial Edge, CFI, Mergerstat), typical UK takeover premiums are 20–40%. [wallstreetoasis.com], [valuationmatters.net]

Applying these:

2026 “Sale Today” (only April at $100–110):

• ~170–200p

2027 Strategic (Brent $100):

• ~287–335p

2027 Strategic (Brent $110):

• ~321–375p

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7. Banker’s Recommended Valuation Range

Taking all elements together:

Recommended Takeover Value Range:

🎯 ~260–320 GBp/share

This reflects:

• Full 2027 run-rate cashflows

• Brent at $100–$110 (risk premium sustained due to Hormuz disruption)

• Control premium

• Angola JV alignment (Sonangol’s increasing strategic involvement)

• Line of sight to 3/24 development FID

Wider Valuation Envelope:

~180–375 GBp/share (captures low–high strategic scenarios)

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8. Potential Bidder Universe

Strategic Buyers / NOC Partners (higher willingness to pay):

• Sonangol (direct or indirect) — already acting strategically in Etu SPA. [bvresources.com]

• Maurel & Prom (existing JV partner)

• Azule (BP/Eni JV)

• Smaller regional players seeking production growth

Financial Buyers (PE):

• Carlyle

• Warburg Pincus

• Helios

• Vitol-backed upstream funds

These buyers would focus on FCF yield → typically place bids at the mid-range.

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9. Key Takeover Catalysts

• Impala 2 spud & early well results

• Pacassa SW 1 spud

• HWO Phase 1 execution (Q4 uplift)

• Sonangol’s posture (pre emption risk already partially neutralised)

• Hormuz crisis sustaining high Brent

• FSO recertification assurance (already completed)

• Revised CPR / reserves audit (huge resource base)

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To be fair co pilot assessment was detailed based upon a review of prior reported statement and most recent RNS. I will try to include what I can:

1. Executive Summary

Afentra (AET) has entered an official Offer Period under the UK Takeover Code following the company’s announcement that it is engaging Jefferies to explore strategic options, including a potential sale. [bvresources.com]

AET’s value is underpinned by:

33.33% WI in Block 3/05 and 24.99% WI in 3/05A post‑Etu SPA restructuring (completion targeted Q2 2026)

A multi‑year production uplift from Impala‑2, Pacassa SW‑1 and 20+ HWO candidates

Very high PSC post‑tax netbacks and low opex (~$23/bbl)

A fourfold increase in 2C resources (Jan 2026 disclosure). [bvresources.com]

Brent now pricing in a major geopolitical premium due to the Strait of Hormuz near‑closure (price spikes referenced by multiple news sources).

Conclusion:

Based on our deal modelling, a credible acquirer is most likely to pay ~260–320 GBp/share, with a broader valuation envelope of ~180–375 GBp across realistic scenarios.

2. Market Context — Why Buyers Are Active Now

Global macro

The Strait of Hormuz is effectively shut or near‑shut following Iran–US/Israel escalations, causing tanker traffic to collapse and Brent to surge.

Analysts warn Brent can spike toward $100–140 if the disruption persists. [cgaa.org]

Angola M&A context

IOCs continue to divest mature assets; independents are now the primary operators.

Sonangol is increasingly using pre‑emption rights to shape the operator landscape (e.g., Etu SPA restructuring). [bvresources.com]

AET’s position

AET is one of the very few capable independents in Angola, with technical operatorship (3/24) and aligned partnerships (Sonangol, M&P). This scarcity premium materially elevates its attractiveness.

3. Asset Overview

Blocks 3/05 & 3/05A (Offshore Angola)

WI (post‑completion): 33.33% (3/05), 24.99% (3/05A). [bvresources.com]

Multi‑year redevelopment underway.

Massive infrastructure base, >3bn bbl OIP, with large remaining 2P & 2C volumes.

Key near‑term growth catalysts in 2026:

Impala‑2 (Q3 spud, Q4 first oil; 4,000 bopd gross). [bvresources.com]

Pacassa SW‑1 (Q3 spud, Q4 first oil; 5,000+ bopd gross). [bvresources.com]

HWO Phase 1: 3 wells, ~3,500 bopd uplift. [bvresources.com]

Block 3/24 (Operated, 40%)

GPQ fast‑track development (Golungo, Palanca NE, Quissama).

Historic flow tests up to 6,000 bopd.

Targeting FID in Q4 2026. [bvresources.com]

Kwanza Basin (Onshore, KON 4/15/19)

Highly prospective; >40 leads identified.

First operated onshore redevelopment expected in coming years.

2C resources quadrupled in Jan 2026 update. [bvresources.com]

4. 2026 Economics (Near‑Term Takeover Anchor)

AET’s Hedge Profile for 2026

January cargo sold at $65.38 (locked). [bvresources.com]

April cargo 69% hedged, calls capped at $85–$92 (modelled at $88.5 midpoint).

Jul/Q3/Q4 cargoes 20% hedged, calls at $78.

Agreed.

LLMs being overly eager!

closer to 150p perhaps ? with a multiple of 4 x EBITDA

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Co-pilots view:

Considering: The formal Afentra sale process announced (Jefferies mandated; multiple parties engaged); Major IOC divestments creating a scarcity premium for operators capable of running Angolan mature assets; AET’s strong alignment with Sonangol, evidenced again by the joint modified Etu acquisition structure; the company’s demonstrated growth pipeline (3/05 drill ready wells + 20+ HWOs + 3/24 GPQ fast track); the tightening global oil market due to the Hormuz near closure Likely buyer valuation range: 180–340 GBp/share

Breakdown: Floor: ~170–200 GBp (near term 2026 value + 20–40% control) Fair Take Out Range: ~230–300 GBp (2027 run rate at $83–100 Brent + control premium) Upper Strategic Case: ~300–375 GBp (sustained $110 Brent + strategic premium + Angola platform value)

My view: If Brent remains ≥$100 for the next 2–3 months and buyers underwrite 2027 drilling success (Impala 2 + Pacassa SW 1), a credible negotiated take out would most likely land around: 260–320 GBp/share. This reflects a blend of strong free cash flow, high PSC netbacks, the valuable operator partnerships in Angola, and a meaningful control premium justified by the portfolio’s multi year growth pathway.

180p - 340p quite a range

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Https://www.afentraplc.com/investors-rapidly-evolving-african-energy-landscape/regulatory-news/

that will tell u what u need to know

Fortune favours the brave and an investment of over 40k is certainly brave.

GL!

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I think u misunderstood, I was not calling you a knob, I was calling that Orange Utan in the WH, DJT, I was calling him a knob (I thought it was obvious given that I mimicked the way he ends all of his tweets).

Apologies for the confusion.

Hi raxfactor: Thanks!

I wrote that note before the offeror/offeree RNS broke. No brainer now.

Hold ...for sale or hold for $200 olive.

The odds of a ceasefire and Olive retracing of course could happen but IMHO will not any time soon.

Even at 70 Olive AET is a great opportunity.

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Yep....it happened.

Okay

to all LTHs... decision time are you in or are you out?

My entry here was 5 years ago and accumulated over the years to average 20p. Held.

AET is now a HEDGE it is the ONLY asset keeping my portfolio from being in the red.

Other LTHs must be facing the same dilemma: to (1) cash in ones chips or (2) hold for further upside amid this one in a decade oil price opportunity/hedge against the carnage which is ALL red across the board.

(1) or (2) LTHs...what are u doing?

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Yeah agreed, the WB mantra "be fearful when people are greedy and greedy when people are fearful" was never more apt than applied to this scenario.

Q3 will not be heavily impacted by this fall so the numbers ought to be near best ever. It is Q4 which is the big "???" with Pt falling sub 2k on panic selling of escalation in the Gulf. With all precious metals down and Pt in particular it is risk off mode (for now).

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Nah, with respect, the reason for the recent spike is as obvious as the nose on your face. Speculators moving in as oil stocks are the only equity class not in the red today due to the escalation I stated yesterday which has now transpired. And here is a great business on a trailing PE of what 6?!

This RNS is chicken feed frankly in comparison with the now-dawning realisation that Olive could indeed move to $200 bbl as Iran call the Orange Utan`s bluff. His threats are falling on deaf ears. That play-book has been ripped up and he knows no other...it is just threat, threat and more threats and it is not working. The market now fears contagion into the Gulf as Iran show no signs of backing down and Israel continue to go Rogue. DJT/OU cannot control them despite his tweets.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION IN THIS MATTER.

What a knob

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"Israeli jets hit Iranian gas facility in Bushehr: Reports

Earlier, we reported that Iran’s natural gas facilities associated with the offshore South Pars field have been attacked, according to Iranian state media.

Israeli media outlets are now reporting, quoting local officials, that Israeli jets have carried out strikes on Iranian gas infrastructure in Bushehr province, southern Iran."

That means only one thing for Olive.

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