
TSE:CNQ
This summary was created by AI, based on 93 opinions in the last 12 months.
Canadian Natural Resources (CNQ) presents a mixed outlook among experts, with many praising its robust management and long-life assets. The company benefits from its low breakeven point and solid free cash flow generation. However, concerns about the price of oil and geopolitical influences weigh on sentiment, leading to recommendations to consider trimming positions after a notable run-up. While analysts highlight the strong dividend record and favorable fundamentals, there is caution as the energy sector faces pressures from potential oversupply and regulatory challenges. Overall, CNQ is viewed as a solid long-term hold with strong recovery potential in favorable market conditions.
They have been increasing their dividends, but historically have not given out large dividends because they've deployed it, with the oil sands product. He likes CNQ, it's trading at a discount, and when the keystone pipeline goes through the discount will narrow. CNQ also deals with natural gas which has been down for about 5 years now, and drilling has slowed in the US. Over time the prices will normalize which will also help.
Have owned for a few years. Is one of the highest costs producers of oil in the world. Can only be profitable if oil prices stay at the price they are now. Second problem is transportation, which has become much more prohibitive over the last 5 years. If we see natural gas replacing diesel, and shale oil being produced in the US, then CNQ is not in a good place.
Very well run company. Management team is exceptionally good. Have massive resources. Been struggling recently because of heavy oil differentials. Earlier had problems with the Horizon upgrader, which seems to be operating at a really, really good process now. Good balance sheet. They can sustain themselves through any economic cycle.
(Market Call Minute) Bullish on heavy oil. Coming off 28 day turnaround.