Question 1

What is Kosmos Energy's exploration expense?

Accepted Answer

Kosmos Energy (KOS) reported exploration expense of $19.74M in Q1 2026.

Question 2

How has Kosmos Energy's exploration expense changed year-over-year?

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Kosmos Energy's exploration expense increased by 104.2% year-over-year, from $9.67M to $19.74M.

Question 3

What is the long-term trend for Kosmos Energy's exploration expense?

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Over 4 years (2021 to 2025), Kosmos Energy's exploration expense has grown at a 36.0% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from $65.38M to $223.62M.

Question 4

What does exploration expense mean?

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This metric captures the costs associated with geological studies, seismic data acquisition, and drilling activities aimed at identifying new petroleum reserves. As an exploration-focused company, these expenses are critical for long-term reserve replacement and future production growth. High levels of exploration expense indicate an aggressive strategy to expand the resource base.

Line item	Three Months Ended / March 31, 2026	Three Months Ended / March 31, 2025
Total revenues and other income	370,897	290,431
Costs and expenses:
Oil and gas production	130,595	167,308
Exploration expenses	19,744	9,669
General and administrative	27,710	26,255
Depletion, depreciation and amortization	119,873	120,667
Interest and other financing costs, net	58,802	51,842
Derivatives, net	251,996	6,732

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