The Panic-Proof Portfolio (Stockchase Research)
APA Corporation
APA-N
TOP PICK
Aug 08, 2024
Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly
The 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%
The 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%
(Analysts’ price target is $39.08)