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Canadian Natural Rsrcs (CNQ.TO)

64.45
+1.14 (1.80%)
as of Jul 22, 2026, 8:00:01 pm Market Open.
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This summary was created by AI, based on 96 opinions in the last 12 months.

Canadian Natural Resources Limited (CNQ) has garnered mixed reviews from experts, reflecting both caution and encouragement regarding its future performance. The long-term outlook for oil seems bearish, with expectations of prices settling in the $40-50 range in the 2030s. However, several analysts regard CNQ as a solid investment due to its strong management, premium assets, and a consistent history of dividend increases. While short-term trading strategies involve buying the dips, many experts refrain from recommending a long-term hold, citing potential volatility tied to oil price fluctuations. The company's financial health, marked by low debt levels and substantial shareholder returns, positions it as a worthwhile consideration in a diversified energy portfolio.

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PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Aug 11/25, Up 61%)

If you're an O&G investor, this should be a staple in your portfolio. Bit of a misstep last quarter. High-quality name. Fairly valued here, but one to just hold.

DON'T BUY

The long-term oil outlook is not good, bearish. Crude in the 2030s is in the $40-50s. Short term, buy dips in energy. No, he wouldn't buy and hold this for 5-10 years.

WAIT

Right now in the lower half of his universe (the "red zone"). Pulled back, and is underperforming. Chart shows it's starting to show signs of life; seems to be moving into a sideways range (let's say between $55-70). Not attractive on RSI, but is climbing up within that range.

BUY

It took a while for the TransMountain pipeline to get full. How long does it take to build a pipeline. CNQ is the first he'd buy and the last he'd sell. Very well managed, has little debt and returns capital to shareholders. Don't own it for the hopes that a new pipeline will be built this decade.

BUY

It took a while for the TransMountain pipeline to get full. How long does it take to build a pipeline. CNQ is the first he'd buy and the last he'd sell. Very well managed, has little debt and returns capital to shareholders. Don't own it for the hopes that a new pipeline will be built this decade.

TRADE

Long-term outlook for crude oil is bearish. When he looks at the forward price of crude past 2030, it's in the $50s (and could get into $40s depending on supply dynamics).

Short term, sure, buy dips in the energy space. Is this a name he'd be comfortable buying here and holding for 5-10 years? Absolutely not.

BUY

A lot of oil companies have fallen since the highs of March/April. He added just this morning -- chart's attractive, price bouncing off 200-day MA. 

TOP PICK

Likes it at almost every investment cycle. (She'd choose it as a Top Pick on every Market Call appearance if they let her ;)  Premium assets, premium management, low decline rate. Consistent cashflow.

Makes $$ when oil is $50. Higher oil price means that it can pay down debt faster and buy back more shares. A stock to own for the next 50 years. Yield is 4.27%, and dividend is growing. 

(Analysts’ price target is $70.97)
HOLD

Oil prices are everywhere, and you have to be comfortable with that. Probably not a bad idea to buy when oil is ~$70 and everyone thinks the worst has passed. Trades in line with peers. Balance sheet in very good shape. 25% FCF from 2025-2027, on 3% production growth. Nice dividend. Even if oil goes down, it's profitable down to WTI at $50. 

If you think oil's going down, you don't want to buy this stock. It's a coin toss right now with oil at $70. There are easier risk/reward places than oil stocks right now.

PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Aug 15/25, Up 46%)

One of the best-managed companies in the world. Their oil business is stable, but their gas side is overlooked. They are a top-3 gas producer in Canada. Good cash flow will continue and allow them to buyback stock and shrink their debt. 

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PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Apr 14/26, Down 4.4%)Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly

Our PAST TOP PICK with CNQ has triggered its stop at $60.  To remain disciplined, we recommend covering the position at this time.  When combined with previous guidance, this will result in a net investment gain of 3%.  

WAIT

Unique company. Tends to be very cyclical, but its counter-cyclical framework gives it a huge edge. Amazing business that gushes cash. Loves it. Robust dividend. As balance sheet comes down, will allocate more capital to share buybacks, and that will be accretive to EPS. 

If you own, sit tight and let it work. If coming in fresh, wait for a bigger pullback.

BUY
As a long-term hold

He won't bet on commodities on bad news. They grow production every year and watch costs. They have giant reserves. Long term, a headwind will be growing demand for EVs, as in China. Oil will eventually revert to $50-60 and this stock will correct a bit. CNQ can grow production 3-5% a year and its dividend 5-10%. He will own this long term. Is doing all the right things.

PARTIAL SELL

He's trimmed a bit. If oil comes back, it will retrace quite heavily. 

BUY

Owns in the income growth fund. It is very well run and has a huge reserve base in Alberta. Long term it is fine for lower and higher oil prices.

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Canadian Natural Rsrcs (CNQ.TO) Frequently Asked Questions

What is Canadian Natural Rsrcs stock symbol?

Canadian Natural Rsrcs is a Canadian stock, trading under the symbol CNQ.TO (previously CNQ-T on Stockchase) on the Toronto Stock Exchange (CNQ-CT). It is usually referred to as TSX:CNQ or CNQ.TO

Is Canadian Natural Rsrcs a buy or a sell?

In the last year, 95 stock analysts issued a Buy, Sell, or Hold rating on CNQ.TO (previously CNQ-T on Stockchase). 66 analysts recommended to BUY and 18 analysts recommended to SELL the stock. The latest stock analyst rating is PAST TOP PICK. Read the latest stock experts' ratings for Canadian Natural Rsrcs.

Is Canadian Natural Rsrcs a good investment or a top pick?

Canadian Natural Rsrcs was recommended as a Top Pick by John Stephenson on 2026-07-22. Read the latest stock experts ratings for Canadian Natural Rsrcs.

Why is Canadian Natural Rsrcs stock dropping?

Earnings reports or recent company news can cause the stock price to drop. Read stock experts' recommendations for Canadian Natural Rsrcs.

Is Canadian Natural Rsrcs worth watching?

Canadian Natural Rsrcs is followed by 1399 investors on Stockchase and is a trending stock that is worth watching.

What is Canadian Natural Rsrcs stock price?

On 2026-07-22, Canadian Natural Rsrcs (CNQ.TO) stock closed at a price of $64.45.

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Based on 95 expert opinions: 66 buy 11 hold 18 sell