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APA Corporation (APA)
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Jun 11, 2026, 12:00 amThis summary was created by AI, based on 9 opinions in the last 12 months.
APA Corporation, known by the symbol APA-N, has received strong endorsements from various analysts, particularly Michael O'Reilly from Stockchase Research. The stock has been characterized as a top pick due to its strategic position in the low-cost Permian basin and its well-rounded assets, which include potential international developments. Currently, it trades at a favorable metrics of 9x earnings and under 2x book value, pairing these with a robust return on equity (ROE) of 20%. With the stock having seen a considerable rise in performance over the past year, analysts recommend trailing stops for existing positions to protect gains while maintaining an optimistic price target of approximately $41.36. Amidst a favorable energy market, analysts are confident in the steady upside potential of around 18%, along with a yield of 2.5%.
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Premium contentPremium contentPremium contentPremium contentPremium contentPremium contentPremium contentIn recently reported earnings, APA indicated they expect operational efficiencies to result in $130 million in cost savings. The company has been prudently using cash reserves to aggressively retire debt and buy back shares -- all while providing a good dividend supported by a payout ratio under 50% of cash flow. It trades at 6x earnings, 1.1x book and supports a 25% ROE. We recommend setting a stop-loss at $13, looking to achieve $23 -- upside potential of 33%. Yield 5.8%
(Analysts’ price target is $22.89)Premium contentPremium contentThe 400,000 boed oil and gas producer with production in the US Permian, Egypt, and the North Sea recently reported a 42% increase in net income. It trades at 6x earnings, under 2x book and supports a robust 79% ROE. Its dividend is backed by a payout ratio under 15% of cash flow. We recommend setting a stop-loss at $22, looking to achieve $39 -- upside potential of 36%. Yield 3.7%
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APA Corporation (APA) Frequently Asked Questions
What is APA Corporation stock symbol?
APA Corporation is a American stock, trading under the symbol APA (previously APA-N on Stockchase) on the New York Stock Exchange (APA). It is usually referred to as NYSE:APA or APA
Is APA Corporation a buy or a sell?
In the last year, 9 stock analysts published opinions about APA (previously APA-N on Stockchase). 9 analysts recommended to BUY the stock. 0 analysts recommended to SELL the stock. The latest stock analyst recommendation is TOP PICK. Read the latest stock experts' ratings for APA Corporation.
Is APA Corporation a good investment or a top pick?
APA Corporation was recommended as a Top Pick by The Panic-Proof Portfolio (Stockchase Research) on 2024-08-08. Read the latest stock experts ratings for APA Corporation.
Why is APA Corporation stock dropping?
Earnings reports or recent company news can cause the stock price to drop. Read stock experts' recommendations for help on deciding if you should buy, sell or hold the stock.
Is APA Corporation worth watching?
9 stock analysts on Stockchase covered APA Corporation in the last year. It is a trending stock that is worth watching.
What is APA Corporation stock price?
On 2026-06-11, APA Corporation (APA) stock closed at a price of $36.78.
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We reiterate APA as a TOP PICK. Energy is on the forefront of market interests and the company is well established in the low-cost Permian basin with some international and longer term assets yet to be developed. It trades at 9x earnings, under 2x book and supports a ROE of 20%. We continue to recommend a stop at $34, looking to achieve $45 -- upside potential of 18%. Yield 2.5%
(Analysts’ price target is $41.36)