GMP Initiates Coverage of Vast

RYAN SAVAGE, GMP Securities (01/19/2010)
"VST is a pure-play Kurdistan exploration company with several JV partners, including NKO, GSA and the KRG.

We have estimated a Risked NAV of C$1.04/ share (P/NAV of 74%), which for VST is largely working capital and the Expected Monetary Value (EMV) of their exploration portfolio.

. . .Drilling the first exploration well will occur in Q1/10. VST has identified three prospects seismically and well site construction is underway for the first location. We view this as an important catalyst event for the company and one that can result in a material change to our valuation. Drilling of this prospect will likely take 120–150 days, including testing.

We are initiating coverage on VST with a BUY Rating and $1.05 target price."

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