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Vermilion Energy Inc (VET.TO)

17.36
-0.27 (1.53%)
as of Aug 28, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.
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star iconAug 28, 2026, 12:00 am

This summary was created by AI, based on 15 opinions in the last 12 months.

Vermilion Energy Inc. (VET-T) has garnered mixed reviews from experts, highlighting its diverse geographical exposure which includes assets in Europe, Australia, and Canada. While some analysts express concerns over the lack of focus and the company's extensive international footprint, others point out that recent management efforts to streamline operations and concentrate on Canadian assets are promising. The company is noted for having significant natural gas production, particularly in Europe, which is expected to benefit from rising demand amidst energy supply challenges. Despite being perceived as undervalued and having improved performance metrics, some experts caution about inherent volatility and urge vigilance regarding geopolitical impacts on gas prices. Overall, while there's optimism about future growth, particularly in natural gas, doubts about the company’s strategic execution and catalysts persist.

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Undervalued
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(A Top Pick Jan 29/08. Down 21.8%.) Very well run. Most of its assets and production are offshore and will come in tax-free. Great core holding in the portfolio. A Buy right now.
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One of the better-managed trusts. Have been prudent with distributions with relatively low payout. Good balance sheet and click properties. Bit of international exposure.
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A good buy at this price.
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If you're looking at trusts generally, take a very hard look at what happens to the cash flow per unit if oil stays at $50 as well as what happens to distributions in 2011. The 2 that come out the best are Crescent Point (CPG.UN-T) and Vermilion Energy (VET.UN-T).
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(A Top Pick Jan 29/08. Down 15%.) Good solid company. Sold off simply because of the rush to liquidation. Not only able to pay the dividend, but also its cap X program. Over 50% production is from overseas so very little risk to any distribution cut when trusts become taxable. A Buy.
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(Market Call Minute.) Very good operator outside of Canada.
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(A Top Pick Aug 8/07. Up 24%.) No longer has a position. A Hold at the current time.
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Canadian-based but have operations in the Netherlands, France and Australia. Q1 basic payout ratio was about 36% so there is significant room to either increase distributions or to make a large acquisition. Undervalued at about 5X cash flow.
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(A Top Pick Nov 1/06. Up 20%.) Gas. Has outperformed a lot of the trusts. International assets, so not focused in Alberta.
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(A top pick Nov 1/06, up 20.5%) best oil/gas royalty trust performer in 2007. unique portfolio, a lot of assets outside of Canada. A bit riskier.
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