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The Panic-Proof Portfolio (Stockchase Research) Ecopetrol SA EC-N PAST TOP PICK May 04, 2023

(A Top Pick Apr 11/23, Down 23.3%)Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly

Our PAST TOP PICK with EC has triggered its stop at $8.75.  To remain disciplined, we recommend covering the position at this time.  

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Integrated Colombian oil company. Had a big pull back in the middle of the year, but over the last 5 years, it has done really well. Colombian government is very comfortable with the oil sector and has a very big position in this stock. 5.7% dividend yield.

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Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly

EC is Colombia's state-owned integrated oil company.  It recently reported all-time earnings.  Production grew 4% to over 720,000 bpd.  It trades at 7x earnings, 1.2x book value and boasts a ROE of 34%.  An $0.827 dividend was declared for holders on April 26.  Last year a secondary dividend was declared later in the year.  We recommend placing a stop-loss at $8.75, looking to achieve $14 -- upside potential of 21%.  Yield 7.2%   

(Analysts’ price target is $14.09)