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The Biotech Stock with 46,751% Potential (From Behind the Markets) (Ad) Free EQNR Stock Alerts $27.69 -0.16 (-0.57%) (As of 04/26/2024 ET) Add Compare Share Share Today's Range$27.35▼$27.7250-Day Range$24.62▼$28.2352-Week Range$24.44▼$34.73Volume3.67 million shsAverage Volume3.77 million shsMarket Capitalization$86.45 billionP/E Ratio8.57Dividend Yield3.54%Price Target$28.25 Stock AnalysisStock AnalysisAnalyst ForecastsChartCompetitorsDividendEarningsFinancialsHeadlinesInsider TradesOptions ChainOwnershipSEC FilingsShort InterestSocial MediaStock AnalysisAnalyst ForecastsChartCompetitorsDividendEarningsFinancialsHeadlinesInsider TradesOptions ChainOwnershipSEC FilingsShort InterestSocial Media Get Equinor ASA alerts: Email Address Equinor ASA MarketRank™ Stock AnalysisAnalyst RatingReduce1.75 Rating ScoreUpside/Downside2.0% Upside$28.25 Price TargetShort InterestHealthy0.41% of Float Sold ShortDividend StrengthStrongBased on Four FactorsSustainabilityN/ANews Sentiment0.41Based on 26 Articles This WeekInsider TradingN/AProj. Earnings GrowthN/ASee Full Details Hide Full Details Overall MarketRank™New Rank-Based ScoringMarketRank™ is calculated by averaging available category scores (with extra weight given to analysis and valuation), then ranking the company's weighted average against that of other companies.0.84 out of 5 starsOils/Energy Sector220th out of 234 stocksPetroleum Refining Industry14th out of 15 stocks 0.9 Analyst's Opinion Consensus RatingEquinor ASA has received a consensus rating of Reduce. The company's average rating score is 1.75, and is based on 1 buy rating, 4 hold ratings, and 3 sell ratings.Amount of Analyst CoverageEquinor ASA has only been the subject of 3 research reports in the past 90 days. Previous Next 3.0 Short Interest Percentage of Shares Shorted0.41% of the float of Equinor ASA has been sold short.Short Interest Ratio / Days to CoverEquinor ASA has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 3.2, which is generally considered an acceptable ratio of short interest to trading volume.Change versus previous monthShort interest in Equinor ASA has recently increased by 14.38%, indicating that investor sentiment is decreasing significantly. Previous Next 3.3 Dividend Strength Dividend LeadershipEquinor ASA is a leading dividend payer. It pays a dividend yield of 3.51%, putting its dividend yield in the top 25% of dividend-paying stocks.Dividend GrowthEquinor ASA does not have a long track record of dividend growth.Dividend CoverageThe dividend payout ratio of Equinor ASA is 30.34%. This payout ratio is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75%.Dividend SustainabilityBased on earnings estimates, Equinor ASA will have a dividend payout ratio of 29.43% next year. This indicates that Equinor ASA will be able to sustain or increase its dividend. Previous Next N/A Sustainability and ESG Overall ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) ScoreThere is no current Upright™ data available for EQNR. Previous Next 2.5 News and Social Media Coverage News SentimentEquinor ASA has a news sentiment score of 0.41. This score is calculated as an average of sentiment of articles about the company over the last seven days and ranges from 2 (good news) to -2 (bad news). This news sentiment score is similar to the average news sentiment of Oils/Energy companies.News Coverage This WeekMarketBeat has tracked 26 news articles for Equinor ASA this week, compared to 6 articles on an average week.Search InterestOnly 23 people have searched for EQNR on MarketBeat in the last 30 days. This is a decrease of -15% compared to the previous 30 days.MarketBeat Follows16 people have added Equinor ASA to their MarketBeat watchlist in the last 30 days. This is an increase of 60% compared to the previous 30 days. Previous Next 0.0 Company Ownership Insider Buying vs. Insider SellingIn the past three months, Equinor ASA insiders have not sold or bought any company stock.Percentage Held by InsidersOnly 0.01% of the stock of Equinor ASA is held by insiders.Percentage Held by InstitutionsOnly 5.51% of the stock of Equinor ASA is held by institutions. Previous Next 1.3 Earnings and Valuation Earnings GrowthEarnings for Equinor ASA are expected to remain at $3.33 per share in the coming year.Price to Earnings Ratio vs. the MarketThe P/E ratio of Equinor ASA is 8.57, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the market average P/E ratio of about 129.61.Price to Earnings Ratio vs. SectorThe P/E ratio of Equinor ASA is 8.57, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the Oils/Energy sector average P/E ratio of about 16.56.Price to Earnings Growth RatioEquinor ASA has a PEG Ratio of 8.12. PEG Ratios above 1 indicate that a company could be overvalued.Price to Book Value per Share RatioEquinor ASA has a P/B Ratio of 1.78. P/B Ratios below 3 indicates that a company is reasonably valued with respect to its assets and liabilities. Previous Next See Top Rated MarketRank™ Stocks Here Ad Behind the MarketsBetter than Bitcoin? The Biotech Stock with 46,751% Potential4x Better than Bitcoin Bitcoin would have to go from $68,000 to $314,000 to match the 463% gains we saw with Immunogen in December.Get the name of the stock here >>> About Equinor ASA Stock (NYSE:EQNR)Equinor ASA, an energy company, engages in the exploration, production, transportation, refining, and marketing of petroleum and other forms of energy in Norway and internationally. It operates through Exploration & Production Norway; Exploration & Production International; Exploration & Production USA; Marketing, Midstream & Processing; Renewables; and Other segments. The company also transports, processes, manufactures, markets, and trades in oil and gas commodities, such as crude and condensate products, gas liquids, natural gas, and liquefied natural gas; trades in power and emissions; operates refineries, terminals and processing, and power plants; and develops low carbon solutions for oil and gas. In addition, it develops carbon capture and storage projects; provides transportation solutions, including pipelines, shipping, trucking, and rail; and develops and explores for renewable energy, such as offshore wind, green hydrogen, and solar power. The company was formerly known as Statoil ASA and changed its name to Equinor ASA in May 2018. Equinor ASA was incorporated in 1972 and is headquartered in Stavanger, Norway.Read More EQNR Stock Price History View Price History Chart DataSkip Price History Chart 30 days | 90 days | 365 days | Advanced Chart EQNR Stock News HeadlinesApril 26, 2024 | msn.comEquinor reports mixed Q1 results; reaffirms FY24 outlookApril 26, 2024 | finance.yahoo.comEquinor ASA (NYSE:EQNR) Q1 2024 Earnings Call TranscriptApril 27, 2024 | Behind the Markets (Ad)Better than Bitcoin? The Biotech Stock with 46,751% Potential4x Better than Bitcoin Bitcoin would have to go from $68,000 to $314,000 to match the 463% gains we saw with Immunogen in December.April 26, 2024 | americanbankingnews.comEquinor ASA (NYSE:EQNR) Coverage Initiated at TD CowenApril 26, 2024 | seekingalpha.comEquinor declares $0.35 dividend, extraordinary cash dividend of $0.35; commence second tranche of share buybackApril 26, 2024 | msn.comEquinor upbeat about investor interest in US offshore wind farmApril 25, 2024 | msn.comWhy Oil & Gas Major Equinor Shares Are Higher Premarket ThursdayApril 25, 2024 | seekingalpha.comEquinor ASA 2024 Q1 - Results - Earnings Call PresentationApril 27, 2024 | Behind the Markets (Ad)Better than Bitcoin? The Biotech Stock with 46,751% Potential4x Better than Bitcoin Bitcoin would have to go from $68,000 to $314,000 to match the 463% gains we saw with Immunogen in December.April 25, 2024 | finanznachrichten.deEquinor ASA: Equinor first quarter 2024 resultsApril 25, 2024 | finanznachrichten.deEquinor ASA: Equinor to commence second tranche of the 2024 share buy-back programmeApril 25, 2024 | markets.businessinsider.comEquinor To Begin Second Tranche Of $1.6 Bln Share Repurchase In MayApril 25, 2024 | reuters.comEquinor Q1 profit beats forecastApril 25, 2024 | globenewswire.comEquinor to commence second tranche of the 2024 share buy-back programmeApril 25, 2024 | globenewswire.comEquinor ASA: Key information relating to cash dividend for first quarter 2024April 25, 2024 | globenewswire.comEquinor first quarter 2024 resultsApril 23, 2024 | finance.yahoo.comEquinor (EQNR) Gears Up for Q1 Earnings: What's in the Cards?April 23, 2024 | reuters.comEquinor's Hammerfest LNG plant evacuated due to gas leakApril 23, 2024 | msn.comInvestors push Equinor to align strategy with global climate goalApril 22, 2024 | globenewswire.comEquinor ASA: Notice of annual general meeting 14 May 2024April 22, 2024 | americanbankingnews.comEquinor ASA (NYSE:EQNR) Receives Average Rating of "Reduce" from AnalystsApril 21, 2024 | americanbankingnews.comEquinor ASA (NYSE:EQNR) Sees Large Volume IncreaseApril 17, 2024 | finance.yahoo.comEquinor ASA (EQNR)April 17, 2024 | finance.yahoo.comEquinor Releases Overview of Share Buyback ProgramApril 15, 2024 | finance.yahoo.comEQT to sell some natgas assets in Pennsylvania to Equinor USAApril 15, 2024 | finance.yahoo.comUPDATE 1-EQT to sell some natgas assets in Pennsylvania to Equinor USAApril 15, 2024 | reuters.comEQT to sell some natgas assets in northeast Pennsylvania to Equinor USASee More Headlines Receive EQNR Stock News and Ratings via Email Sign-up to receive the latest news and ratings for Equinor ASA and its competitors with MarketBeat's FREE daily newsletter. Email Address Company Calendar Last Earnings2/07/2024Ex-Dividend for 2/27 Dividend2/14/2024Dividend Payable2/27/2024Today4/27/2024Ex-Dividend for 5/28 Dividend5/15/2024Dividend Payable5/28/2024Next Earnings (Estimated)7/24/2024Fiscal Year End12/31/2024Get Stock AlertsIndustry, Sector and Symbol Stock ExchangeNYSE SectorOils/Energy Industry Petroleum refining Sub-IndustryN/A Current SymbolNYSE:EQNR CUSIPN/A CIK1140625 Webwww.equinor.com Phone(475) 199-0000Fax011-47-5199-0050Employees23,000Year Founded1972Price Target and Rating Average Stock Price Target$28.25 High Stock Price Target$28.50 Low Stock Price Target$28.00 Potential Upside/Downside+2.0%Consensus RatingReduce Rating Score (0-4)1.75 Research Coverage8 Analysts Profitability EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year)$3.91 Trailing P/E Ratio7.08 Forward P/E Ratio8.32 P/E Growth7.91Net Income$11.89 billion Net Margins11.09% Pretax Margin35.35% Return on Equity20.32% Return on Assets7.21% Debt Debt-to-Equity Ratio0.51 Current Ratio1.71 Quick Ratio1.60 Sales & Book Value Annual Sales$107.17 billion Price / Sales0.81 Cash Flow$6.87 per share Price / Cash Flow4.03 Book Value$15.53 per share Price / Book1.78Miscellaneous Outstanding Shares3,121,940,000Free Float3,121,630,000Market Cap$86.48 billion OptionableOptionable Beta0.85 Social Links Elon Musk's Next MoveWondering when you'll finally be able to invest in SpaceX, StarLink, or The Boring Company? Click the link below to learn when Elon Musk will let these companies finally IPO.Get This Free Report Key ExecutivesMr. Anders Opedal (Age 56)President & CEO Comp: $1.67MMr. Torgrim Reitan (Age 55)Executive VP & CFO Comp: $787kMr. Jannik Lindbaek Jr. (Age 59)Executive Vice President for Communication Comp: $527kMs. Irene Rummelhoff (Age 57)Executive Vice President of Marketing, Midstream & Processing Comp: $731kMr. Aksel Stenerud (Age 61)Executive Vice President for the People & Organization Comp: $550kMr. Kjetil Hove (Age 59)Executive Vice President of Exploration & Production Norway Comp: $859kMr. Mathieu Francois PhilippeExecutive VP of Exploration & Production InternationalMr. Pal Eitrheim (Age 53)Executive Vice President of Renewables (REN) Comp: $691kMs. Jannicke Nilsson (Age 59)Executive Vice President of Safety, Security & Sustainability (SSU) Comp: $674kMr. Geir Tungesvik (Age 63)Executive Vice President of Projects, Drilling & Procurement Business Comp: $675kMore ExecutivesKey CompetitorsMarathon PetroleumNYSE:MPCPhillips 66NYSE:PSXBPNYSE:BPValero EnergyNYSE:VLOSuncor EnergyNYSE:SUView All CompetitorsInstitutional OwnershipChecchi Capital Advisers LLCSold 1,172 shares on 4/26/2024Ownership: 0.001%Fifth Third BancorpSold 10,264 shares on 4/23/2024Ownership: 0.000%Legacy Wealth Asset Management LLCBought 2,478 shares on 4/19/2024Ownership: 0.002%First Trust Direct Indexing L.P.Sold 7,993 shares on 4/19/2024Ownership: 0.001%Naviter Wealth LLCSold 505 shares on 4/18/2024Ownership: 0.001%View All Institutional Transactions Should I Buy Equinor ASA Stock? EQNR Pros and Cons Explained Pros Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Equinor ASA: Equinor ASA has a market cap of $83.12 billion, indicating a strong financial position in the market. The company operates in various segments including renewables, which shows a commitment to sustainable energy solutions. Equinor ASA has a diversified portfolio in exploration, production, transportation, refining, and marketing of petroleum and other energy forms, reducing risk exposure. Despite recent fluctuations, Equinor ASA's stock price has shown stability, making it a potentially reliable investment option. The company's focus on low carbon solutions and renewable energy projects positions it well for future growth in the evolving energy sector. Cons Investors should be bearish about investing in Equinor ASA for these reasons: Equinor ASA reported an EPS of $0.64 for the last quarter, missing analysts' consensus estimates, indicating potential volatility in earnings. The company's stock performance has shown a decline, with a twelve month low of $24.44, suggesting potential market challenges. Equinor ASA's debt-to-equity ratio of 0.51 may raise concerns about its leverage and financial stability. Analysts anticipate a lower EPS of 3.26 for the current fiscal year, signaling potential challenges in revenue growth. The company's 200-day moving average price of $30.31 is below the current stock price, indicating a possible downward trend. These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Wednesday, April 10, 2024. Please send any questions or comments about these Equinor ASA pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com. EQNR Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions Should I buy or sell Equinor ASA stock right now? 8 Wall Street equities research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Equinor ASA in the last year. There are currently 3 sell ratings, 4 hold ratings and 1 buy rating for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street equities research analysts is that investors should "reduce" EQNR shares. View EQNR analyst ratings or view top-rated stocks. What is Equinor ASA's stock price target for 2024? 8 brokerages have issued twelve-month price targets for Equinor ASA's stock. Their EQNR share price targets range from $28.00 to $28.50. On average, they predict the company's share price to reach $28.25 in the next year. This suggests a possible upside of 2.0% from the stock's current price. View analysts price targets for EQNR or view top-rated stocks among Wall Street analysts. How have EQNR shares performed in 2024? Equinor ASA's stock was trading at $31.64 at the start of the year. Since then, EQNR stock has decreased by 12.5% and is now trading at $27.69. View the best growth stocks for 2024 here. Are investors shorting Equinor ASA? Equinor ASA saw a increase in short interest in the month of April. As of April 15th, there was short interest totaling 12,010,000 shares, an increase of 14.4% from the March 31st total of 10,500,000 shares. Based on an average trading volume of 3,710,000 shares, the days-to-cover ratio is presently 3.2 days. Approximately 0.4% of the shares of the company are short sold. View Equinor ASA's Short Interest. When is Equinor ASA's next earnings date? The company is scheduled to release its next quarterly earnings announcement on Wednesday, July 24th 2024. View our EQNR earnings forecast. How were Equinor ASA's earnings last quarter? Equinor ASA (NYSE:EQNR) issued its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, February, 7th. The company reported $0.64 earnings per share for the quarter, missing analysts' consensus estimates of $1.08 by $0.44. The business had revenue of $29.05 billion for the quarter, compared to analysts' expectations of $27.35 billion. Equinor ASA had a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 19.78% and a net margin of 9.30%. How often does Equinor ASA pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for Equinor ASA? Equinor ASA announced a quarterly dividend on Tuesday, March 26th. Shareholders of record on Thursday, May 16th will be paid a dividend of $0.30 per share on Tuesday, May 28th. This represents a $1.20 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 4.33%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Wednesday, May 15th. Read our dividend analysis for EQNR. Is Equinor ASA a good dividend stock? Equinor ASA (NYSE:EQNR) pays an annual dividend of $0.98 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 3.51%. The dividend payout ratio is 30.34%. This payout ratio is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75%. Based on earnings estimates, EQNR will have a dividend payout ratio of 29.43% next year. This indicates that the company will be able to sustain or increase its dividend. Read our dividend analysis for EQNR. What ETFs hold Equinor ASA's stock? ETFs with the largest weight of Equinor ASA (NYSE:EQNR) stock in their portfolio include Amplify Natural Resources Dividend Income ETF (NDIV), Donoghue Forlines Yield Enhanced Real Asset ETF (DFRA), Pacer Developed Markets International Cash Cows 100 ETF (ICOW), Constrained Capital ESG Orphans ETF (ORFN), Virtus Real Asset Income ETF (VRAI), Macquarie Energy Transition ETF (PWER), FCF International Quality ETF (TTAI) and Putnam PanAgora ESG International Equity ETF (PPIE). What is Eldar Sætre's approval rating as Equinor ASA's CEO? 131 employees have rated Equinor ASA Chief Executive Officer Eldar Sætre on Glassdoor.com. Eldar Sætre has an approval rating of 70% among the company's employees. What other stocks do shareholders of Equinor ASA own? Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some companies that other Equinor ASA investors own include Cisco Systems (CSCO), Boeing (BA), Walt Disney (DIS), Enterprise Products Partners (EPD), NVIDIA (NVDA), Pfizer (PFE), AT&T (T), Chevron (CVX), Gilead Sciences (GILD) and Verizon Communications (VZ). Who are Equinor ASA's major shareholders? Equinor ASA's stock is owned by a variety of institutional and retail investors. Top institutional investors include Folketrygdfondet (3.37%), Sarasin & Partners LLP (0.02%), Legacy Wealth Asset Management LLC (0.00%), Checchi Capital Advisers LLC (0.00%), Naviter Wealth LLC (0.00%) and SeaCrest Wealth Management LLC (0.00%). How do I buy shares of Equinor ASA? Shares of EQNR stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. 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