Thor Energy PLCs Q1 2026 report highlights operational excellence and strategic consolidation, with key achievements including the completion of the Molyhil project sale, bolstering the balance sheet by A$6.56m. The company expanded its natural hydrogen portfolio through joint ventures in the Otway Basin and advanced its HY-Range project with Phase 2 geochemistry surveys, aiming to refine subsurface models for hydrogen and helium systems. Thor also strengthened its strategic interest in in-situ recovery of copper through board representation in EnviroCopper Limited. Financially, Thor ended the quarter with a cash balance of A$3.314m, with net cash outflows from operating and investing activities totaling A$1.689m. The company anticipates releasing Phase 2 survey results and initiating 2D seismic acquisition in Q2 2026.
| Financial Metric | Q1 2026 | Year to Date (9 months) | Previous Quarter |
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| Net Cash from / (used in) Operating Activities | A$613,000 | A$2,075,000 | A$1,661,000 |
| Net Cash from / (used in) Investing Activities | A$2,302,000 | A$3,989,000 | A$1,661,000 |
| Net Cash from / (used in) Financing Activities | A$0 | A$0 | A$0 |
| Net Increase / (Decrease) in Cash and Cash Equivalents | A$1,689,000 | A$1,914,000 | A$1,661,000 |
| Cash and Cash Equivalents at End of Period | A$3,314,000 | A$3,314,000 | A$1,661,000 |
| Estimated Quarters of Funding Available | 5.4 | N/A | N/A |
**Year-on-Year Comparison (where applicable):** - **Cash and Cash Equivalents:** Increased from A$1,661,000 in the previous quarter to A$3,314,000 in Q1 2026, indicating a significant improvement in liquidity.
- **Net Cash from Operating Activities:** Remained negative at A$613,000 in Q1 2026, consistent with the year-to-date trend, suggesting ongoing operational cash outflows.
- **Net Cash from Investing Activities:** Increased to A$2,302,000 in Q1 2026, driven by payments to acquire tenements and other non-current assets, reflecting strategic investments in exploration and assets.
- **Debt:** No debt facilities were utilized in Q1 2026, maintaining a debt-free position as in previous periods. This table and comparison highlight Thor Energy PLC's financial position and cash flow dynamics for Q1 2026, showing improvements in cash reserves and strategic investments in exploration activities.