Golar LNG Management
Management criteria checks 2/4
We currently do not have sufficient information about the CEO.
Key information
Karl Staubo
Chief executive officer
n/a
Total compensation
| CEO salary percentage | n/a |
| CEO tenure | 5yrs |
| CEO ownership | n/a |
| Management average tenure | 4.1yrs |
| Board average tenure | 10.5yrs |
Recent management updates
Recent updates
New Narrative • May 12
Long Term LNG Contracts And FLNG Expansion Will Support Stronger Future Earnings Potential
Catalysts About Golar LNG Golar LNG owns and operates floating liquefied natural gas, or FLNG, vessels under long-term contracts. What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?
Narrative Update • Apr 21
GLNG: Conviction Support And Buybacks Will Guide Formal Review Outcomes
Analysts have inched up their fair value estimate for Golar LNG to about $53.31 from $52.56, reflecting a slightly higher future P/E assumption and the combination of a modestly lowered $54 Street price target with renewed conviction list support. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts see support for the current fair value around $53.31, as it sits close to the updated Street price target of $54, suggesting they view recent adjustments as fine tuning rather than a reset.Seeking Alpha • Apr 09
Golar LNG: Structural LNG Tightness And Strategic Optionality Support Further Upside
Summary GLNG’s formal strategic alternatives process, advised by Goldman Sachs, could result in a sale, asset divestment, or merger to maximize shareholder value. Middle East disruptions and Qatar LNG outages highlight GLNG’s FLNG solutions, offering faster deployment and a 40% cost advantage over onshore alternatives. Long-term contracted EBITDA (~$850m) provides downside protection, while incremental exposure to LNG prices and new FLNG projects offers upside not fully priced by the market. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaNarrative Update • Apr 07
GLNG: Conviction Listing And Buybacks Will Shape Future FLNG Review Outcomes
Narrative Update The updated analyst price target for Golar LNG edges higher by about $0.50, as analysts balance a slightly lower assumed discount rate and modestly reduced future P/E expectations with generally steady views on revenue growth and profit margins, along with recent research that includes a $54 target and inclusion on a major conviction list. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Golar LNG reflects a mix of confidence in the company’s positioning and some restraint around how much upside to factor into price targets.Narrative Update • Mar 22
GLNG: Conviction Listing And Buybacks Will Frame A Measured Risk Balance
Analysts have reduced their price target on Golar LNG by $1 to $54, reflecting modest adjustments to discount rate and P/E assumptions while still indicating a supportive view on the stock. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts continue to see upside potential relative to the current share price, even with the modest reduction in the price target to US$54, which signals confidence in the company’s longer term earnings power.Narrative Update • Mar 08
GLNG: Conviction List Inclusion And Buyback Activity Will Shape Balanced Outlook
Analysts have modestly raised their fair value estimate for Golar LNG from about $51.10 to roughly $52.06, reflecting updated views on revenue growth, margins, and future P/E multiples after recent research that includes a slight target trim from Deutsche Bank and the stock’s addition to a US Conviction List at another major firm. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Golar LNG points to a mix of optimism and caution, with price targets and conviction list moves shaping how analysts frame the stock’s risk and reward profile.Analysis Article • Nov 13
Shareholders Can Be Confident That Golar LNG's (NASDAQ:GLNG) Earnings Are High Quality
Even though Golar LNG Limited's ( NASDAQ:GLNG ) recent earnings release was robust, the market didn't seem to notice...Narrative Update • Sep 05
Long-term FLNG Charters Will Fuel Enduring Global LNG Demand
As there was no analyst reasoning provided, it is notable that Golar LNG's key valuation metrics—including the consensus price target of $51.10 and a stable future P/E ratio—remained effectively unchanged, indicating steady sentiment on its fair value. What's in the News Southern Energy S.A. reached Final Investment Decision for chartering Golar’s 3.5MTPA MK II FLNG, resulting in a 20-year fixed net charter hire of $400M per year plus a commodity-linked tariff component, with operations to begin in Argentina during 2028, subject to regulatory approvals.Seeking Alpha • Apr 22
Golar LNG: Looking Good For The Long Haul
Summary Golar LNG (NYSE: GLNG) is thriving due to robust LNG demand and its unique position as the sole provider of FLNG-as-a-service. Golar’s FLNG business is expanding rapidly, with significant projects like FLNG Hilli and Gimi contributing to strong financial performance and future growth. Despite a high P/E GAAP of 22.1, Golar's innovative FLNG solutions and strategic partnerships make it a promising long-term investment. Golar has returned to profitability, driven by its FLNG segment, which accounts for 86% of its operating revenues, and strong global LNG demand projections. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jan 03
Golar LNG: A Catalyst-Driven Thesis In 2025
Summary Golar LNG's superb execution since December 2019 has paid off, with the share price up more than 400% in that period. Securing long-term charters for the 2 MKII designs within 2025 is highly probable. GLNG's unique position as a proven FLNG provider, industry-leading cost advantage, and large set of global opportunities suggest a long runway of growth ahead. A share price north of $80 is plausible within 2025 if these catalysts play out as expected. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
New Narrative • Sep 04
Expanding Global FLNG Operations To Drive Revenue, EBITDA, And Efficiency Gains
Expanding FLNG projects in diverse global markets aims to boost revenue and margins through strategic team enhancements and exploring new opportunities.Seeking Alpha • Aug 27
Golar LNG: Wait For A Better Entry Price
Summary Golar LNG's strong market position and innovative FLNG solutions are already priced in, making the stock fairly valued with limited upside potential. Despite a solid backlog and growth potential, recent declines in adjusted EBITDA and high valuation multiples suggest holding the stock for now. The commercial reset with BP improves cash flow and liquidity on the balance sheet. Golar LNG's long-term growth is promising, but current valuation is high; better buying opportunities may arise on future dips. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Apr 18
Golar LNG: A LNG Stock With Significant Upside Potential (Upgrade)
Summary A rising geopolitical volatility combined with a clean energy transition translates into growing LNG demand. One of the best ways to play that theme is in Golar LNG. In 2024, GLNG plans to commission its second FLNG, Gimi. GLNG 2023 results were not exceptional. The company realized 11% revenue growth, although YoY adj EBITDA remained unchanged. With Gimi in operation, I expect considerable profitability growth, leading to increased dividend and buyback yield. I updated my GLNG rating to Strong Buy. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Feb 21
Golar LNG: Bet On Rising Floating LNG Demand
Summary Golar LNG is the sole provider of floating LNG as a service. The company owns two FLNGs, Gimi and Hilli, plus two LNG carriers, Fuji and Arctic. The FLNG market is expected to see significant capacity growth, particularly in Africa and North America. Golar LNG has a healthy balance sheet, strong liquidity position, and potential for growth, making it an attractive investment opportunity. The commissioning of Gimi will increase the total capacity by 112%. If the operating expenses per ton remain the same, doubling the capacity will double GLNG’s operating income. GLNG stock trades at 117% P/NAV, 11.48 EV/Sales, 33 EV/EBITDA. Looking at those valuations, the company seems overvalued. However, once we consider GLNG growth potential, the current stock price may look like a fair deal. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaCEO
Karl Staubo (38 yo)
5yrs
Tenure
Mr. Karl Fredrik Staubo serves as the Chief Executive Officer at Golar LNG Limited since May 13, 2021. He served as Interim Chief Executive Officer of Cool Company Ltd until July 2022. He had been the Chie...
Leadership Team
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chief Executive Officer of Golar Management AS | 5yrs | no data | no data | |
| Chief Financial Officer of Golar Management Ltd | 5yrs | no data | no data | |
| Chief Operating Officer of Golar Management AS | 4.1yrs | no data | 0.0042% $ 235.6k | |
| Chief Accounting Officer of Golar Management Ltd | 3.8yrs | no data | 0.0016% $ 90.6k | |
| Chief Technical Officer of Golar Management Ltd. | 1.4yrs | no data | 0.0043% $ 244.6k | |
| Chief Commercial Officer of Golar Management Ltd. | 2.1yrs | no data | no data | |
| Head of Investor Relations | no data | no data | no data | |
| Company Secretary & Director | 4.2yrs | no data | 0.0028% $ 158.0k |
4.1yrs
Average Tenure
44yo
Average Age
Experienced Management: GLNG's management team is considered experienced (4.1 years average tenure).
Board Members
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Company Secretary & Director | 1yr | no data | 0.0028% $ 158.0k | |
| Chairman of the Board | 14.7yrs | no data | 3.04% $ 172.4m | |
| Independent Director | 10.7yrs | no data | 0.068% $ 3.8m | |
| Director | less than a year | no data | 0.0043% $ 244.6k | |
| Independent Director | 11.3yrs | no data | 0.029% $ 1.6m | |
| Independent Director | 11.3yrs | no data | 0.050% $ 2.8m | |
| Independent Director | 10.3yrs | no data | 0.016% $ 902.1k | |
| Director | 1yr | no data | 0.0022% $ 124.0k |
10.5yrs
Average Tenure
60.5yo
Average Age
Experienced Board: GLNG's board of directors are seasoned and experienced ( 10.5 years average tenure).
Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/20 12:03 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/20 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Golar LNG Limited is covered by 25 analysts. 6 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| null null | ABG Sundal Collier |
| Donald McLee | Berenberg |
| Chase Mulvehill | BofA Global Research |