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The Panic-Proof Portfolio (Stockchase Research)ConocoPhillipsCOPPAST TOP PICKApr 19, 2022

(A Top Pick Mar 03/22, Up 64.8%)Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly Our PAST TOP PICK with COP is progressing well. We now recommend trailing up the stop (from $80) to $95 at this time.
$101.39

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$109.04

As of Jul 10, 2026. Market Open.

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DON'T BUY

For oil energy, pessimism on supply was really priced in on March 26. Since then, oil names have retraced. Oil is a significant portion of the economy, and that's why it causes inflation.

With oil prices coming down on the back of peace breaking out, the narrative and fund flows are going to be somewhat negative. Capital will move to other areas. The price will be higher than it was pre-conflict, but we'll have to see what this "new normal" price will be. And he wouldn't buy any energy names till that shakes out.

BUY

A lot of oil companies have fallen since the highs of March/April. Likes this name.

DON'T BUY

Has never owned. The only oil stock he owns right now is CNQ.

BUY

Has owned this for a year, still trades reasonably, high free cash flow and low debt. One of the largest, lowest-cost producers.

DON'T BUY

Likes energy space. 
Better options for investors.
Would prefer integrated energy names (refining capability).

BUY

Strong free cash flow, credit profile and disciplined spending. Chinese demand will rise. Among the best names in energy.

BUY

They did a golden cross (50-day moving average above the 200). One of the best names in this space.

BUY

He remains overweight energy in this name and others. Oil is a great hedge to geopolitical risk, like a flare-up in Iran or the Russian war. Also, we're entering summer driving season. Also, oil will benefit from a rotation into the value trade. Oil companies are fundamentally sound.

BUY

Energy remains a favoured sector as oil and gas prices remain up from supply constraints. A large, diversified operator with lower production costs. Trades at 10x, a little expensive, but still high quality.

HOLD
You must own at least one oil stock. He's taken some profits, but won't sell anymore.
WEAK BUY
A good proxy for the energy sector. Can't comment on short-term trading, because it all depends on where crude oil and nat gas prices go. It's a well-run company and pays an okay dividend, though not high.
PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Jun 24/21, Up 55%) He's adding to this. Energy remains attractive as oil prices remain firm. The current pullback in oil prices opens an opportunities. Pays a 2% dividend. 10% free cash flow. Will buyback shares and pays dividends.
BUY
They report Wednesday. Likes it--fabulous with a good balance of natural gas and crude oil.
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PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Mar 03/22, Down 5%)Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly Our PAST TOP PICK with COP has triggered its stop at $93. To remain disciplined, we recommend covering the position at this time. This will result in a net investment gain of 50%, when combined with our previous buy recommendation.