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ExxonMobil (XOM) Stock Forecast & Price Target

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$145.42 -1.54 (-1.05%)
Closing price 03:59 PM Eastern
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$145.20 -0.22 (-0.15%)
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ExxonMobil - Analysts' Recommendations and Stock Price Forecast (2026)

Consensus Rating

Sell
0
Hold
11
Buy
10

Based on 21 Wall Street analysts who have issued ratings for ExxonMobil in the last 12 months, the stock has a consensus rating of "Hold." Out of the 21 analysts, 11 have given a hold rating, and 10 have given a buy rating for XOM.

Consensus Price Target

$165.55
13.84% Upside
According to the 21 analysts' twelve-month price targets for ExxonMobil, the average price target is $165.55. The highest price target for XOM is $185.00, while the lowest price target for XOM is $111.00. The average price target represents a forecasted upside of 13.84% from the current price of $145.42.
MarketBeat calculates consensus analyst ratings for stocks using the most recent rating from each Wall Street analyst that has rated a stock within the last twelve months. Each analyst's rating is normalized to a standardized rating score of 1 (sell), 2 (hold), 3 (buy) or 4 (strong buy). Analyst consensus ratings scores are calculated using the mean average of the number of normalized sell, hold, buy and strong buy ratings from Wall Street analysts. Each stock's consensus analyst rating is derived from its calculated consensus ratings score (0 to .5 = Strong Sell, .5 to 1 = Sell, 1 to 1.5 = Reduce, 1.5 to 2.5 = Hold, 2.5 to 3.0 = Moderate Buy, 3.0 to 3.5 = Buy, >3.5 = Strong Buy). MarketBeat's consensus price targets are a mean average of the most recent available price targets set by each analyst that has set a price target for the stock in the last twelve months. MarketBeat's consensus ratings and consensus price targets may differ from those calculated by other firms due to differences in methodology and available data.
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XOM Analyst Ratings Over Time

TypeCurrent Forecast
5/29/25 to 5/29/26
1 Month Ago
4/29/25 to 4/29/26
3 Months Ago
2/28/25 to 2/28/26
1 Year Ago
5/29/24 to 5/29/25
Strong Buy
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
1 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
2 Strong Buy rating(s)
Buy
10 Buy rating(s)
10 Buy rating(s)
9 Buy rating(s)
9 Buy rating(s)
Hold
11 Hold rating(s)
10 Hold rating(s)
8 Hold rating(s)
10 Hold rating(s)
Sell
0 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
1 Sell rating(s)
1 Sell rating(s)
Consensus Price Target$165.55$161.55$140.59$125.50
Forecasted Upside13.84% Upside4.46% Upside-7.84% Downside22.20% Upside
Consensus RatingHoldModerate BuyHoldModerate Buy

XOM Analyst Recommendations By Month

The chart below shows how a company's ratings by analysts have changed over time. Each bar represents the previous year of ratings for that month. Within each bar, the sell ratings are shown in red, the hold ratings are shown in yellow, the buy ratings are shown in green, and the strong buy ratings are shown in dark green.
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XOM Price Targets by Month

The chart below shows how a company's share price and consensus price target have changed over time. The dark blue line represents the company's actual price. The lighter blue line represents the stock's consensus price target. The even lighter blue range in the background of the two lines represents the low price target and the high price target for each stock.
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ExxonMobil Stock vs. The Competition

TypeExxonMobilEnergy CompaniesBroader Market
Consensus Rating Score
2.48
2.40
2.52
Consensus RatingHoldHoldModerate Buy
Predicted Upside12.33% Upside35.08% Upside14.47% Upside
News Sentiment Rating
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Positive News
Positive News
DateBrokerageAnalystActionRatingPrice TargetReport Date
Upside/Downside
Details
5/27/2026
Mizuho logo
Mizuho
3 of 5 stars
Nitin Kumar
Nitin Kumar
5 of 5 stars
Boost TargetNeutral$159.00 ➝ $175.00+16.53%
5/26/2026
Barclays PLC logo
Barclays
3 of 5 stars
Betty Jiang
Betty Jiang
4 of 5 stars
Boost TargetOverweight$163.00 ➝ $182.00+17.56%
5/26/2026 DowngradeStrong-BuyHold
5/21/2026 DowngradeHold (C+)Hold (C)
5/11/2026Lower TargetOutperform$195.00 ➝ $182.00+26.10%
5/5/2026Reiterated RatingSector Perform$180.00+17.04%
5/4/2026Boost TargetBuy$171.00 ➝ $174.00+13.99%
4/22/2026Boost TargetSector Outperform$128.00 ➝ $163.00+9.78%
4/21/2026DowngradeOutperformPeer Perform
4/17/2026Lower TargetOverweight$172.00 ➝ $171.00+19.24%
4/17/2026Set TargetUnderperformNeutral$125.00 ➝ $165.00+8.70%
4/10/2026Lower TargetBuy$175.00 ➝ $172.00+10.88%
4/9/2026Boost TargetOverweight$140.00 ➝ $170.00+9.06%
4/9/2026Lower TargetOverweight$186.00 ➝ $182.00+17.71%
4/9/2026Boost TargetBuy$178.00 ➝ $184.00+17.42%
4/9/2026Boost TargetOverweight$183.00 ➝ $185.00+18.45%
4/2/2026Boost TargetNeutral$150.00 ➝ $175.00+8.86%
3/20/2026Boost TargetHold$135.00 ➝ $158.00-0.12%
3/2/2026Boost TargetNeutral$135.00 ➝ $151.00-1.01%
2/4/2026 Reiterated RatingMarket Perform$155.00+7.77%
2/3/2026Set Target$123.00-14.56%
8/20/2025 Initiated CoverageHold$111.00+3.43%
2/4/2025UpgradeStrong-Buy
1/31/2025 Boost TargetOverweight$138.00 ➝ $144.00+32.83%
1/31/2025 Lower TargetNeutral$125.00 ➝ $123.00+13.40%
1/13/2025Boost TargetHold$117.00 ➝ $119.00+9.90%
9/24/2024Reiterated RatingBuyNeutral$119.00 ➝ $120.00+2.24%
8/5/2024UpgradeStrong-Buy

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Should I Buy ExxonMobil Stock? XOM Pros and Cons Explained

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 Thursday, May 28, 2026. Please send any questions or comments about these ExxonMobil pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

ExxonMobil
Bull Case

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Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Exxon Mobil:

  • Exxon Mobil is currently pursuing growth opportunities abroad, including seeking regulatory clearance for its ninth Stabroek development in Guyana, which could significantly enhance future production capabilities.
  • The company has been recognized as a strong income and energy-price play, with analysts noting its stable cash generation, particularly in a favorable oil price environment.
  • Exxon Mobil's current stock price is around $100, reflecting its resilience in the market despite recent fluctuations in oil prices.
  • Recent partnerships, such as Occidental Petroleum taking a 10% stake in Exxon Mobil’s offshore Trinidad deepwater block, validate the project and share development risks, potentially leading to increased project economics.
  • Exxon Mobil's integrated operations across the energy value chain—from exploration to refining—position it well to capitalize on various market conditions and demand for petroleum products.

ExxonMobil
Bear Case

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Investors should be bearish about investing in Exxon Mobil for these reasons:

  • Recent sector-wide selloffs have negatively impacted Exxon Mobil shares, as energy stocks fell due to softer oil prices and shifting geopolitical headlines.
  • Investor sentiment has been cautious following reports of U.S.-Iran talks progressing positively, which eased fears of supply disruptions and contributed to a decline in oil prices, affecting Exxon Mobil's stock performance.
  • Despite positive developments, the overall energy sector remains volatile, and Exxon Mobil is not immune to broader market trends that can lead to sudden price drops.
  • Exxon Mobil's reliance on oil prices means that any significant downturn in the market could adversely affect its profitability and stock value.
  • While the company is expanding its operations, the competitive landscape in the energy sector is fierce, and any delays or regulatory hurdles could hinder growth prospects.

XOM Forecast - Frequently Asked Questions

According to the research reports of 21 Wall Street equities research analysts, the average twelve-month stock price forecast for ExxonMobil is $165.55, with a high forecast of $185.00 and a low forecast of $111.00.

21 Wall Street equities research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for ExxonMobil in the last year. There are currently 11 hold ratings and 10 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street equities research analysts is that investors should "hold" XOM shares. A hold rating indicates that analysts believe investors should maintain any existing positions they have in XOM, but not buy additional shares or sell existing shares.

According to analysts, ExxonMobil's stock has a predicted upside of 13.84% based on their 12-month stock forecasts.

Over the previous 90 days, ExxonMobil's stock had 3 upgrades and 3 downgrades by analysts.

Analysts like ExxonMobil more than other "energy" companies. The consensus rating score for ExxonMobil is 2.48 while the average consensus rating score for "energy" companies is 2.40. Learn more on how XOM compares to other companies.


This page (NYSE:XOM) was last updated on 5/29/2026 by MarketBeat.com Staff.
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