QM · rank #19 · 2026-10-21
MAU
PARIS · EUR · $1.80B (USD)
The exact numbers the algorithm saw.
| Momentum 12-1 Return from 12 months ago to 1 month ago. | +67.82% |
|---|---|
| ROE TTM Return on equity, trailing 12 months. | +35.3% |
| Profit margin Net profit margin, trailing 12 months. | +74.8% |
| Market cap (USD) Size filter: > $300M required (USD-equivalent). | $1.80B |
| Anchor (recent) Close on 2026-09-21 | $7.99 |
| Anchor (far) Close on 2025-09-19 | $4.76 |
The AI research card
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Summary
Etablissements Maurel et Prom SA is an independent oil and gas exploration and production company operating asset portfolios across Gabon, Angola, Tanzania, Colombia, and Venezuela.
Rationale
High 12-1 price momentum (0.6782), TTM ROE of 35.3%, and 74.8% profit margins validate the quality-momentum signal, supported by 74% net income growth in H1 2026 and a $257 million net cash position.
Material risks
- 1Balance sheet re-leveraging and execution risk from closing the $1.33 billion Gran Tierra acquisition, funded by $582 million of rolled-over senior notes and a $350 million prepayment facility.
- 2Vulnerability to Venezuelan political and sanctions risk under OFAC General License 50A, alongside asset execution setbacks such as the non-commercial Magico-2X well at Sinu-9.
AI verdict council
Each pick is reviewed independently by 3 models before any order. 2 of 3 voted to proceed.