
TSE:BTE
This summary was created by AI, based on 21 opinions in the last 12 months.
Baytex Energy Corp (BTE-T) currently presents a mixed outlook among analysts. Many review its recent focus on Canadian operations and the improving financial stability through cash flow and debt reduction, particularly after divesting U.S. assets. There is a general recognition of operational efficiencies and the potential for significant share buybacks, with some estimates suggesting a target share price increase to around $5 over the next year. However, questions about the company's inventory depth and volatility driven by geopolitical factors and oil price fluctuations raise concerns. While the company is seen as a solid play for dividend-conscious investors, some experts express skepticism regarding its valuation compared to other energy stocks. Overall, the reviews underscore a cautious optimism tempered by reminders of historical missteps and market challenges.
Produces heavy oil that is drillable and pumpable. Have a very solid land base were they can drill section after section. Right now they are suffering because of the price for heavy oil. Shipping a fair amount by rail, this seems to be the answer. Word is out that there is some pressure on their margins right now but he is holding his position because the yield is reasonable. He wants to see the next quarterly earnings.
Heavy oil producer. Good solid company. Solid balance sheet and solid assets. Problem is the big discount to what they produce. If Keystone XL gets approved and people start to price in the differential coming down, it will be very beneficial for them. Have taken proactive steps to mitigate some of the discount. One of the leaders and pioneers in shipping by rail and have used hedges very aggressively. 6% yield is safe.
(A Top Pick Feb 10/12. Down 17.58%.) The only Canadian oil company that he is holding. Thinks they can continue to grow production in a very accretive way. Has concerns because of all the oil being found in North America, Canadian oils might be in trouble because they can’t ship it. Continuing to increase production. His company has a target of $53.
It’s been touch for so many Canadian energy companies over the last few months because of the price differential. They are into heavier crudes. There are a number of refineries in the US that have shut down for retrofits. Pays a good dividend so it pays you to be patient. His target is $50 and then he would take a hard look at it as to whether to scale out of it.
One of the great themes for 2013 will be the reduction in the heavy/light differential from its current levels. Historically low. This is going to improve over the year. Stock is down over 25% for the year. Dividend yield of 5.96%. On a total return basis you are looking at over 30%. P/E ratio 18.8%. EPS $2.62.
Has been a great performer until the last 6 months of last year. Lack of performance in the last half of last year was really because of 1) departure of the CEO last summer and 2) the fall of heavy oil prices. This company has done a great job in growing production and protecting the dividend. He would take advantage of some of the uncertainty.