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ConocoPhillips (COP)

126.78

+2.26 (1.81%)

as of Aug 14, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.

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Aug 15, 2026, 12:00 am

This summary was created by AI, based on 3 opinions in the last 12 months.

The reviews on ConocoPhillips (COP) reflect a range of sentiments regarding its future prospects. One expert notes that while oil prices may remain high due to geopolitical tensions, COP does not stand out among its peers and would not be a recommended buy. Another points to the recent dip in oil company valuations following highs earlier in the year, highlighting the pessimism surrounding the energy sector as markets adjust to new conditions after conflicts. Despite acknowledging that oil plays a critical role in the economy and can contribute to inflation, the same expert suggests avoiding any energy investments until market stability is achieved. However, a third expert expresses a positive view on COP, suggesting that it is a favorable contender in the sector despite the broader downturn. Overall, there is a divide in opinions, with caution emphasized in the current energy landscape.

Consensus

Mixed

Valuation

Fair Value

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XOM

HOLD

Have typically had less efficient use of capital. Have overpaid in the past for some of their acquisitions. Have a fair bit of capital expenditure going on.

BUY

Globally, there will be more and more governments/government backed businesses get into the international market to acquire production for their own security. This will favour the large multi-nationals.

BUY

A good buy here. Cheap because it's not one of the majors.

BUY ON WEAKNESS

Like many of the integrateds has had a pretty great run. Would hold off until we get a soft crude price. The risk/reward is very good. A very stable company. Good production.

HOLD

A smaller player where its larger competition has made a lot of acquisitions. Like a lot of the majors, when oil prices were low, they didn't spend a lot of money on exploration so reserves are down. Expect it will catch up over a longer period of time.h

TOP PICK

Oil stocks in the US do not trade on a valuation comparable to Canada. IF they did, it should be a $90 stock.

DON'T BUY

Exxon (XOM-N) versus Conoco (COP-N). Exxon has the best capital discipline of the US majors. Has a very high return on capital employed (ROCE). Conoco is one of the worst, largely because they overpaid for some of their acquisitions. Haven't had particularily good numbers on their refining and marketing side.

BUY

Trading below its majors on a valuation basis. One of the largest refiners and refining is pretty busy these days. Buying back $1 billion of their shares.

PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick Nov 24/04. Up 12%.) Most of the integrated oils that have been doing well, is not from production, but from downstream, refining and marketing, which has done particularily well.

BUY

Their refining business is very interesting. Lots of upgrading.

TOP PICK

Oil prices will be $35 or more from now on. PE ratio of 9 and very good dividends. If earnings just stay where they are, or increase very gradually, it is still a good value.

TOP PICK

Offers the diversity of resource bases around the world. Trading at about a 15% discount to its majors. Good international exposure.

BUY

TOP PICK

22% undervalued to their model price. Overweighting energy in their portfolios.

BUY

Very levered to the oil story. Has the largest refinery in the world.

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