KNOT Offshore Partners: Good Quarter But No Catalysts - Hold

  • KNOT Offshore Partners reported better-than-expected first quarter results, with both revenues and profitability coming in ahead of consensus estimates. While the company is facing substantial near-term debt maturities, extension or refinancing shouldn't be an issue. The ballooning Brazil shuttle tanker book remains a cause for concern, but I would expect parent Knutsen NYK to provide further support if required.