NYSE:APA
APA Corporation (APA)
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Sep 2, 2026, 12:00 amThis summary was created by AI, based on 9 opinions in the last 12 months.
The APA Corporation has garnered attention as a solid pick in the energy sector, particularly noted for its strong position in the low-cost Permian Basin and its promising international assets. Despite recent fluctuations, various experts, including Michael O'Reilly, see potential for upside with a target price of $45, indicating an 18% upside from current levels, and they recommend maintaining a stop-loss strategy at $34. The stock has shown significant gains, especially recently, with notable performances and no exposure to the volatile Persian Gulf. The overall sentiment remains optimistic, with experts emphasizing discipline in trading actions and the capacity for net gains from previous recommendations, which reflect a robust interest in the stock's future performance amidst high oil prices.
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Premium contentWe 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)Premium content
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 issued a Buy, Sell, or Hold rating on APA (previously APA-N on Stockchase). 9 analysts recommended to BUY and 0 analysts recommended to SELL the stock. The latest stock analyst rating is PAST 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 2026-06-18. 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 APA Corporation.
Is APA Corporation worth watching?
APA Corporation is followed by 10 investors on Stockchase and is a trending stock that is worth watching.
What is APA Corporation stock price?
On 2026-09-02, APA Corporation (APA) stock closed at a price of $44.70.
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Our PAST TOP PICK with APA has triggered its stop at $34. To remain disciplined, we recommend covering the position at this time. When combined with previous guidance, this will result in a net investment gain of 7%.