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KEL has strong drilling activity and currently no debt.
We have KEL in the growth model portfolio, and we like it for its diversification benefits, being in the oil and gas sector.
It is a strong name with a good balance sheet and healthy profit margins.
It trades at a 1.0X price to book, and a 7.5X forward P/E.
KEL does not pay a dividend.
KEL is a good name for strong consistency, low debt levels, and a strong balance sheet.
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The stock is down 70% this year on fear of their bank line, which is now fully drawn. They have applied for government loans -- one of the first in the patch to do so. At $40 oil they generate free cash flow. When the market is ready for a corporate sale, you could see a $4 stock price. Conoco-Phillips has been active along the fence line beside them and it could be a good target. Yield 0% (Analysts’ price target is $2.21)