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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) is poised for growth, with plans to enhance its Horizon operations through the integration of in-pit extraction and paraffinic froth treatment, potentially increasing annual bitumen production by approximately 195,000 barrels per day. The company projects an annual organic top-line production growth of 2%-5%, supported by a substantial net reserve base of 11.2 billion barrels of oil equivalent, reinforcing its long-term production capabilities. Furthermore, recent strategic acquisitions and capacity expansions, including the increase in committed capacity on the Trans Mountain Pipeline, are expected to bolster free cash flow, resulting in a widening free cash flow yield of 11% under 2025 futures, positioning CNQ favorably against its peers.

Bears say

Canadian Natural Resources Ltd (CNQ) faces a negative outlook due to concerns regarding its capacity for organic growth amidst a large production base, leading to perceptions that it may be unable to sustain development without external acquisitions. Additionally, there are apprehensions that CNQ could be more susceptible to US tariffs, particularly as it does not have a retail network, which could impact its market positioning despite its favorable cost structure and free cash flow generation capabilities. Furthermore, post-merger with Chevron, investor sentiment suggests a downturn in shareholder returns, contributing to the company's relative market underperformance.

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 Jul 10, 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 $55.52, reflecting a 0.00% increase from the current stock price.

Financial analysts have set a price target of $55.52, 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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