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CNQ Stock Forecast & Price Target

CNQ Analyst Ratings

Based on 21 analyst ratings
Buy
Strong Buy 33%
Buy 29%
Hold 38%
Sell 0%
Strong Sell 0%

Bulls say

Canadian Natural Resources Ltd (CNQ) has identified significant potential for growth at its Horizon operations, projecting an increase in annual bitumen production of approximately 195,000 barrels per day through technological advancements. The company anticipates organic top-line production growth of 2% to 5% annually, supported by a robust net reserve base of 11.2 billion barrels of oil equivalent, which underpins its long-term production capabilities. Additionally, CNQ is expanding its output capacity through increased commitments on the Trans Mountain Pipeline and strategic acquisitions, positioning itself for improved free cash flow generation amid favorable market conditions.

Bears say

Canadian Natural Resources Ltd (CNQ) faces a negative outlook primarily due to its challenges in maintaining organic growth, with perceptions that its expansive production base has become unsustainable for continued expansion. Additionally, concerns regarding potential vulnerabilities to U.S. tariffs have emerged, particularly given CNQ's lack of a retail network, which may impact its financial stability. Despite a robust reserve base of 11.2 billion barrels of oil equivalent and a record-long reserve life index, investor skepticism regarding the company's ability to deliver consistent shareholder returns has been exacerbated since its acquisition of assets from Chevron in December 2022.

CNQ has been analyzed by 21 analysts, with a consensus rating of Buy. 33% of analysts recommend a Strong Buy, 29% recommend Buy, 38% suggest Holding, 0% advise Selling, and 0% predict a Strong Sell.

This aggregate rating is based on analysts' research of Canadian Natural Resources and is not a guaranteed prediction by Public.com or investment advice.

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Analysts have given CNQ a Buy based on their latest research and market trends.

According to 21 analysts, CNQ has a Buy consensus rating as of Aug 25, 2025. This rating is provided by third-party analysts and is not investment advice from Public.com.

Wall Street analysts have set a price target of $55.48, reflecting a 0.00% increase from the current stock price.

Financial analysts have set a price target of $55.48, indicating a 0.00% increase from the current stock price, but ratings and forecasts are frequently updated based on market conditions, earnings reports, and industry trends. This prediction is provided by third-party analysts and is not investment advice from Public.com.

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