May 2 (Reuters) - Canadian oil and gas producer Encana Corp ECA.TO ECA.N reported a quarterly profit, compared with a year-ago loss, as the rebound in oil and gas prices boosted margins and its production of oil and natural gas liquids rose.
The company posted a net profit was $431 million for the first quarter ended March 31, compared with a loss of $379 million a year ago.
On a per share basis, the company reported an operating profit of 11 cents, compared with a loss of 15 cents a year ago.