CIBCAugust 5, 2021 Earnings Update
ENERPLUS CORPORATION
Q2/21 Results: 15% Dividend Increase And Free Cash Flow Priorities Accompany In-line Results
Our Conclusion
Enerplus delivered quarterly results that were in line to expectations, with production and cash flow that met estimates, on slightly lower capital spending. The mid-point of guidance for 2021 was also slightly increased and the company is increasing its dividend by 15%. The impact to our estimates is favorable for this year and next and with the stock trading at 2.1x 2022E EV/DACF on strip, we continue to see good value at these levels. Our price target of $13 is based on a 3.4x 2022E EV/DACF multiple and drives an expected return of 79%. We leave our Outperformer rating unchanged.