Suncor Energy: Analysts Upgrade After Earnings Beat
Suncor Energy Inc., Canada’s second-largest oil producer, has garnered renewed optimism from analysts following its impressive second-quarter earnings report. The company, which exceeded profit expectations, has seen a series of positive updates in analyst coverage.
Strong Earnings Report
For the quarter ending June 30, 2024, Suncor Energy reported a notable increase in its profit, buoyed by rising oil prices and higher oil sands production. The company’s total upstream production rose to 770,600 barrels per day (bpd), up from 741,900 bpd a year earlier. This growth was driven by record production at its Firebag asset, despite its temporary closure in July due to wildfire threats. Additionally, Suncor benefited from its acquisition of additional interests in the Fort Hills project from TotalEnergies, which further bolstered its performance. The adjusted profit for the quarter came in at CAD 1.27 per share, against analysts’ average estimate of CAD 1.08.
Analysts Upgrades and Ratings
Following the earnings announcement, several analysts have updated their ratings and target prices for Suncor Energy. BMO Capital Markets upgraded its rating to Outperform with a target price of CAD 62. TD Securities also upgraded its stance to Buy, setting a target price of CAD 59. CIBC World Markets maintained its Outperform rating and $65 target price.
Stock Performance and Forecast
Currently, Suncor Energy’s stock price stands at CAD 50.93. Over the past year, the stock has seen a significant increase of 23.98%, although it has experienced a slight dip of 1.07% over the past month and a decline of 3.96% over the past week. According to a forecast from 12 analysts, the average target price for Suncor Energy over the next 12 months is CAD 57.37. This reflects a generally positive outlook for the company, with an average analyst rating of Buy. Stock Target Advisor’s analysis also supports a Bullish sentiment, based on 12 positive signals compared to 5 negative ones.
Impact & Outlook
Suncor Energy’s robust second-quarter results and the subsequent positive analyst revisions underscore the company’s solid performance and potential for future growth. With upgraded target prices and favorable ratings from leading financial institutions, Suncor appears well-positioned for continued success in the energy sector.
