TSE:SU

Suncor Energy Inc (SU.TO)

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-1.32 (1.38%)
as of Sep 2, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.
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This summary was created by AI, based on 16 opinions in the last 12 months.

Suncor Energy Inc (SU) has garnered attention for its significant turnaround under the current management, which has streamlined operations and improved financial performance. Experts note that the company has strong prospects due to its profitable oilsands operations, which are expected to generate cash flow for many years, bolstering both income and growth potential. There is a prevailing optimism about its future, with predictions of substantial upside in stock value, even amidst concerns regarding recent CEO changes. However, there are suggestions to consolidate positions or reassess targets in light of fluctuating oil prices and market conditions, reflecting a cautious yet favorable view on the company's long-term trajectory.

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Consensus
Positive
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Valuation
Fair Value
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TOP PICK
It does not hurt to have a major integrated player. There will be some noise going forward as they have had some unplanned outages. Their production forecasts are a little lower than analysts expected and their capex requirements were a bit higher. A solid company that generates significant free cash flow -- they hope to increase that by $2 billion. The most broadly owned energy stock in Canada. Yield 3.8% (Analysts’ price target is $49.64)
BUY

He owns CNQ that and SU are the top two large energy companies. SU continues to buyback shares and raise their dividend. They've made astute acquisitions. SU is also increasing cash flow. But they're under pressure from climate change. SU will continue to cut costs, increase cash flow and raise their dividend. A great company and well-run.

COMMENT
CNQ-T vs. SU-T. He thinks we are at the point where we have peak demand for carbon-based energy. By 2025 every car manufacturer will at least have a hybrid. There will always be at last a little demand for carbon-based energy. Right now we are generating more energy from solar than from coal, so we are moving in the right direction. He is indifferent to the two stocks.
TOP PICK
In the fall, Suncor actually lagged the performance of the energy space, so he sees there is opportunity to play catch up. Free cash flow is up to $1 billion per year. He expects higher dividends and greater efficiency. Yield 3.91% (Analysts’ price target is $49.53)
BUY
SU vs. CNQ He owns CNQ; with CU, they are the two best-run Canadian oil companies. They've maintained decent share prices as its peers got washed out. SU has benefitted from the diversity of their refining assets when the WTI price differential widened CNQ is a cash-flow machine, decreasing debt and costs. You can own SU or CNQ, not both. CNQ is in a better position of returning shareholder dollars through share buybacks and/or raising the dividend. Caveat: if oil prices rise in 2020, these two giants won't benefit as much as its smaller peers (e.g. WCP) which have fallen further.
DON'T BUY

He would not own it. We just went through the worst bear market for energy stocks. If you had to own energy stocks, you owned SU-T. Now people will use it to raise money to buy mid-caps.

BUY

He owns CNQ, instead. Oil stocks have moved up recently with the oil price. SU has executed well with its acquisitions. The question is where does oil go with people not wanting carbon energy. SU is doing a good job reducing its carbon footprint. Okay to own this for the next while.

BUY
Money seems to want to return to the Canadian oil sector. He owns Suncor and would put more money into it. They are shareholder friendly, paying good dividends and buying back stock.
HOLD
A big holding. SU has held in well in an unloved industry (capex has slid). SU is a core energy holding in Canada. It balance upstream and downstream, so fully integrated. Hold onto it and collect the dividend over 4%. SU will do well going forward. SU will invest in capex yet watch operating expenses. This remains a core holding of his.
BUY
It is a cash machine. They are buying back their shares whenever their stock is cheap. They pay a nice dividend.
DON'T BUY
He does not follow energy companies any more. He won't invest because they can't control the price of oil.
PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Sep 09/19, Up 9%) He likes the oil space and would buy SU now. SU has good volumes.
BUY
The chart is not very good as a cup and handle pattern since July. Where we are now, if we can get through that, then the highs of $45 will be challenged. This will be one of the leaders in the space.
HOLD
Doesn't have a lot in energy, but follows it. If you're going to buy energy, buy this or CNQ. Sector seems to be bottoming out. Stick with the big guys. A capital allocator that you buy and hold for 10 years.
PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Dec 04/18, Up 2%) Top of the heap in a very tough space. But he sees more in the tank--SU remains very undervalued. He feels oil stocks are oversold and due to rise.
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