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Kelt Exploration (KEL.TO)

10.31

-0.12 (1.15%)

as of Sep 4, 2026, 4:45:21 pm Market Open.

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Sep 4, 2026, 12:00 am

This summary was created by AI, based on 4 opinions in the last 12 months.

Kelt Exploration (KEL-T) has garnered attention from analysts as a promising player in the energy sector, particularly focused on oil production. The company is transitioning from an exploration-led model to a development-centric approach, which is expected to enhance its operational efficiency. With a significant land base in the Montney region and improving production metrics, Kelt is positioned for growth. Recent praise for the CEO suggests strong leadership, although some analysts believe that the company may be too small for major investment opportunities like mergers or acquisitions. Despite the absence of a dividend, Kelt is seen as a player with potential upside, particularly if natural gas markets perform well.

Consensus

Positive

Valuation

Undervalued

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COMMENT

A strong performer in the group. His team is more focused on oil than natural gas. Nat gas is more of a show-me story.

TOP PICK

Significant breakout. Highs of 2014 were around $14-15, which is another ~30% upside from current levels. Pushing higher over the last couple of days, though other energy names have felt pressure. Smart $$ is long natural gas; if it does perform, will be an additional tailwind for this gassier exploration name. No dividend.

(Analysts’ price target is $12.39)

TOP PICK

In the Montney. Very large land base and very good production. Inexpensive. Starting to execute and deliver. Moving from being more exploration-led to development-centric -- so it's more like a manufacturing process than variable (which exploration can be). No dividend.

(Analysts’ price target is $12.16)

SELL

Great CEO. Doesn't do share buybacks. Two main assets, and timing a sale is very difficult for an investor. A bit small for him. Better names for a potential M&A play.

BUY

Has deep assets, which they won't sell for 9-12 months, as they add others. He can't own every midcap, though this is good.

BUY

Trevor Rose’s Insights - Trevor’s most-liked answers from 5i Research.

KEL has strong drilling activity and currently no debt.
We have KEL in the growth model portfolio, and we like it for its diversification benefits, being in the oil and gas sector.
It is a strong name with a good balance sheet and healthy profit margins.
It trades at a 1.0X price to book, and a 7.5X forward P/E.
KEL does not pay a dividend.
KEL is a good name for strong consistency, low debt levels, and a strong balance sheet.
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BUY

Well run. Their theme is acquire land, develop it, drill it as efficiently as possible to bring up cashflow to realize NAV, sell it when it's de-risked. Management owns about 20% of it. Continues to like it, especially if you want a Canadian gas name.

COMMENT

Difficult to measure their new strategy. They have done great in the past, but this does not fit what he is trying to accomplish right now.

BUY

Management owns a large component of the company. Exposure to nat gas, with the current pricing very attractive.

BUY

He's ashamed to say he's owned this for a long time. He believes in management which owns a lot of shares. They allocate capital well. They find hydrocarbons and have a great track record selling those. A year and a half ago they sold half their production for more than the enterprise value of the whole company. They now have a great balance sheet and are growing their production in nat gas (in NE B.C.).

PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick Jun 19/20, Up 95%) Got penalized from their sale of an asset. However, now it is a debt free company and pursuing another area. Does not fit the free cashflow narrative, but it is inexpensive on cashflow. 3.3x multiple at $70 oil.

BUY

Has always been an aggregator of plays and then sells them. Just sold their anchor property. Currently developing their Oak property to sell in the future. They have good liquids exposure. Trades at a modest premium with 3.6x enterprise value to cashflow next year at $60 oil. A very unique story. Buying for the potential value of their future plays. Good candidate for the ESG movement.

DON'T BUY

They sold major assets mid-last year at a decent price (though lower than they would now), so they're sitting on net cash now. Their drilling program runs until Q3 he thinks. There are better oil stocks with more upside.

DON'T BUY

Not a holding now. They paid off all their debt by selling some assets. They are at a net cash position. In the short term there is no reason to own the stock due to lack of catalyst.

WATCH

Insiders are buying more of the stock. They sold their primary asset. It's up to the team to show that the rest of the assets are as good quality. The streets are sceptic. If the well economics are the same, we will see a rerating.

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Kelt Exploration (KEL.TO) Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kelt Exploration stock symbol?

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

Is Kelt Exploration a buy or a sell?

In the last year, 3 stock analysts issued a Buy, Sell, or Hold rating on KEL.TO (previously KEL-T on Stockchase). 2 analysts recommended to BUY and 1 analyst recommended to SELL the stock. The latest stock analyst rating is TOP PICK. Read the latest stock experts' ratings for Kelt Exploration.

Is Kelt Exploration a good investment or a top pick?

Kelt Exploration was recommended as a Top Pick by David Burrows on 2026-08-27. Read the latest stock experts ratings for Kelt Exploration.

Why is Kelt Exploration stock dropping?

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Is Kelt Exploration worth watching?

Kelt Exploration is followed by 141 investors on Stockchase and is a trending stock that is worth watching.

What is Kelt Exploration stock price?

On 2026-09-04, Kelt Exploration (KEL.TO) stock closed at a price of $10.31.

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