ECA Marcellus Trust I reported its financial results for the second quarter of 2025, revealing a significant increase in royalty income and distributable income compared to the same period in 2024. For the three months ended June 30, 2025, the Trust generated royalty income of $878,516, up from $391,398 in the prior year, marking a 124% increase. The Trust's distributable income for the quarter was $345,074, a notable recovery from a loss of $73,218 in the same quarter last year. For the six months ended June 30, 2025, total royalty income reached $2,157,162, compared to $1,018,788 in the first half of 2024, reflecting a 112% increase.
The Trust's financial position showed a slight decline in total assets, which decreased to $13.36 million as of June 30, 2025, from $13.72 million at the end of 2024. The net royalty interest in gas properties also fell to $9.70 million from $10.28 million, primarily due to accumulated amortization. The Trust's cash reserves increased to $2.78 million, up from $2.69 million at the end of 2024, indicating a cautious approach to managing liquidity amid fluctuating market conditions.
Operationally, the Trust reported a decrease in production volumes, with total production falling 7.9% to 436 million cubic feet (MMcf) in the second quarter of 2025, down from 474 MMcf in the same quarter of 2024. This decline is attributed to the natural production decline of the underlying properties. The average sales price for natural gas increased significantly, rising to $2.01 per thousand cubic feet (Mcf) from $0.83 per Mcf year-over-year, driven by higher average monthly closing NYMEX prices. However, post-production costs also increased, reflecting higher transportation fees.
Looking ahead, the Trust's outlook remains cautious due to ongoing volatility in natural gas prices and market conditions influenced by geopolitical events, including the war in Ukraine and tensions in the Middle East. The Trust's agreement stipulates that it will terminate if gross proceeds from royalty interests fall below $1.5 million over four consecutive quarters, a threshold that could be impacted by the current market dynamics. The Trust continues to build cash reserves to manage future expenses, with a targeted reserve of approximately $3.8 million, which may affect future distributions to unitholders.
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