TSE:PEY

Peyto Exploration & Develop. (PEY.TO)

24.32
+0.03 (0.12%)
as of Jun 26, 2026, 7:59:59 pm Market Open.
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This summary was created by AI, based on 15 opinions in the last 12 months.

Peyto Exploration & Development (symbol: PEY-T) is viewed positively by various experts, particularly in the context of natural gas investments. Many analysts appreciate its solid operational track record and commend management for effective acquisitions and a strong dividend yield, which is currently around 5.5% to 7%. There is a consensus that while the stock may experience short-term volatility due to natural gas price trends, the long-term outlook remains favorable, especially if political constraints on Canadian energy resources ease. As natural gas is considered a critical transitional fuel, many view the company as well-positioned for growth in the next few years, with analysts’ price targets suggesting considerable upside potential. However, opinions vary regarding whether to buy now or wait for a better entry point, with some experts suggesting caution due to potential overvaluation at current levels.

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BUY

You get growth. Dividend is 10.1%, yet has excess cashflow after that. He also sells calls on it. Doesn't see capital appreciation. Uses it as an attractive income vehicle.

Unspecified

The new gas line will bring 2 billion cubic feet of LNG to the coast but they won't see the impact of the new pipeline until 2025. This makes for a good future. The dividend of 9% relies on the underlying commodity prices for the company so therefore the stock price can be volatile.

BUY

Owns shares in income fund. Dividend is very safe at ~9%. Recent M&A good for business. Getting more interested in natural gas stocks given LNG future in Canada. Strong management team. Great stock for dividend investors. 

BUY
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PEY has a solid balance sheet and a long history of growth. It has seen many cycles already, and was one of the first companies to convert into an income trust way back (which did benefit shareholders). It trades at only 7X earnings and barely 4X cash flow. The dividend is attractive and was more than doubled late last year. It is not guaranteed of course but is well-covered by cash flow. Payout ratio is 21%. We like management and its leverage to gas prices is very high. Some fault it because of its hedge program on prices, but of course this does also reduce risk of price volatility.
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BUY

Buying shares recently.
Strong company with good dividend.
Expecting higher natural gas prices.
Hedging allows for safety on dividend.
Excellent management team.

HOLD
Dividend sustainable?

If we stay at the current gas price for the next year, dividend is not sustainable. PEY has a good hedge position, and they're actually getting good gas pricing, so it has a buffer. He owns it in an income fund, making about 18% after selling calls. Not in his main fund, as all he wants to own is Canadian heavy oil.

PARTIAL BUY

Yields 11.6%. Not for the feint of heart. A dryer gas player. Medium-term this looks good, and it's a good way to play western Canadian gas. Buy a partial position, but expect some rough days short-term as you collect that 11.6%.

RISKY

Calgary based oil & gas company.
Most of production is natural gas.
Weak natural gas prices causing worries for investors.
Unsure of dividend sustainability. 
Prefers other natural gas names in sector. 

SELL

If you're willing to endure another year of miserable natural gas prices, it should be fine. He'd prefer to pay the premium for TOU and get the inventory depth, especially if you're sitting on a tax loss.

WEAK BUY
PEY vs. BIR vs. ARX

LNG Canada is bringing a significant export opportunity for all Canadian nat gas companies towards the end of 2025. This will be transformational. He likes all Canadian nat gas producers on a volume basis. His preference is ARX, as it's diversified with undeveloped land. Prefers PEY to BIR; management is stronger, though its dividend will be subject to commodity prices, can grow production long-term. 

DON'T BUY
Darren Gee sold $3mm shares yesterday (former CEO). Not a good sign. Natural gas prices are going to fall (tough on business). Would invest in other names.
BUY
Commodity prices will stay flat or rise and so will Peyto share prices. They have a good track record of returning capital to shareholders. Pays a 10% dividend. Cash flows should continue and sustain stability.
TOP PICK
Very high dividend rate. Good for natural gas exposure. Expecting more returns to be rewarded to investors.
TOP PICK
FMV continues to go straight up, 337% higher than current price. Really likes the industry. Yield is 9.59%. (Analysts’ price target is $18.22)
COMMENT
Company is highly exposed to natural gas. Concerned about over supply of natural gas in North America. Believes much higher potential in oil stocks. Avoiding natural gas stocks for now.
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