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Chevron (CVX) Stock Forecast & Price Target

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$213.69 +3.89 (+1.85%)
Closing price 09/9/2026 03:59 PM Eastern
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$214.35 +0.66 (+0.31%)
As of 09/9/2026 07:59 PM Eastern
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Chevron - Analysts' Recommendations and Stock Price Forecast (2026)

Consensus Rating

Sell
1
Hold
5
Buy
20

Based on 26 Wall Street analysts who have issued ratings for Chevron in the last 12 months, the stock has a consensus rating of "Moderate Buy." Out of the 26 analysts, 1 has given a sell rating, 5 have given a hold rating, and 20 have given a buy rating for CVX.

Consensus Price Target

$211.35
-1.10% Downside
According to the 26 analysts' twelve-month price targets for Chevron, the average price target is $211.35. The highest price target for CVX is $243.00, while the lowest price target for CVX is $160.00. The average price target represents a forecasted downside of -1.10% from the current price of $213.69.
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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CVX Analyst Ratings Over Time

TypeCurrent Forecast
9/10/25 to 9/10/26
1 Month Ago
8/11/25 to 8/11/26
3 Months Ago
6/12/25 to 6/12/26
1 Year Ago
9/10/24 to 9/10/25
Strong Buy
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
Buy
20 Buy rating(s)
19 Buy rating(s)
18 Buy rating(s)
11 Buy rating(s)
Hold
5 Hold rating(s)
6 Hold rating(s)
6 Hold rating(s)
5 Hold rating(s)
Sell
1 Sell rating(s)
1 Sell rating(s)
1 Sell rating(s)
3 Sell rating(s)
Consensus Price Target$211.35$207.48$205.70$165.89
Forecasted Upside-1.10% Downside5.52% Upside10.02% Upside5.16% Upside
Consensus RatingModerate BuyModerate BuyModerate BuyHold

CVX 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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CVX 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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Chevron Stock vs. The Competition

TypeChevronEnergy CompaniesBroader Market
Consensus Rating Score
2.73
2.43
2.53
Consensus RatingModerate BuyHoldModerate Buy
Predicted Upside-1.10% Downside29.59% Upside16.48% Upside
News Sentiment Rating
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Positive News
Positive News
DateBrokerageAnalystActionRatingPrice TargetReport Date
Upside/Downside
Details
9/3/2026Boost TargetOutperform$210.00 ➝ $235.00+10.97%
9/3/2026
Piper Sandler logo
Piper Sandler
2 of 5 stars
John Royall
Not Rated
Boost TargetOverweight$207.00 ➝ $243.00+14.75%
9/3/2026
Sam Margolin
Sam Margolin
Not Rated
Boost TargetOverweight$226.00 ➝ $230.00+8.61%
8/19/2026Boost TargetOverweight$210.00 ➝ $218.00+5.29%
8/17/2026Lower TargetEqual Weight$216.00 ➝ $208.00+4.01%
8/11/2026 UpgradeHold (C)Buy (B)
8/6/2026 UpgradeModerate Buy
8/5/2026Boost TargetHold$200.00 ➝ $205.00+7.72%
8/3/2026Set Target$224.00+15.44%
8/3/2026Boost TargetMarket Perform$204.00 ➝ $209.00+7.58%
7/28/2026Boost TargetBuy$210.00 ➝ $227.00+19.57%
7/10/2026 Reiterated RatingBuy$216.00+23.51%
7/2/2026UpgradePeer PerformOutperform$210.00+26.74%
6/23/2026Reiterated RatingBuy
6/8/2026 DowngradeStrong-BuyHold
5/6/2026 Reiterated RatingBuy$216.00+12.12%
5/5/2026Reiterated RatingOutperform$220.00+14.70%
4/22/2026Boost TargetSector Perform$168.00 ➝ $187.00-0.26%
4/17/2026UpgradeNeutralOutperform$174.00-7.45%
4/9/2026 UpgradeHoldBuy$225.00+16.69%
4/2/2026Boost TargetBuy$210.00 ➝ $235.00+17.42%
3/20/2026 UpgradeHoldBuy$215.00+6.78%
2/17/2026UpgradeHoldBuy$205.00+11.62%
2/3/2026 Set Target$203.00+15.00%
1/20/2026UpgradeNeutralOverweight$176.00+5.85%
1/6/2026 DowngradeHoldStrong Sell
10/17/2025Reiterated RatingOutperform$170.00 ➝ $160.00+4.52%
7/31/2025Reiterated RatingOutperform$180.00+17.13%
5/6/2025DowngradeBuySell$130.00-4.04%
4/23/2025Reiterated RatingNeutralSell$156.00 ➝ $124.00-9.66%
2/4/2025Lower TargetHold$164.00 ➝ $160.00+4.55%

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Should I Buy Chevron Stock? CVX 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 Monday, September 7, 2026. Please send any questions or comments about these Chevron pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

Chevron
Bull Case

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

  • Chevron is committing over $7 billion to expand operations in Venezuela, a strategic move expected to double production to approximately 600,000 barrels per day over the next five years, offering significant long-term growth potential and attractive economics for shareholders.
  • The company recently reported strong second-quarter results with earnings per share of $6.06, significantly beating the consensus estimate of $5.55, while revenue reached $67.20 billion, reflecting a 57.4% year-over-year increase that demonstrates robust operational performance and financial health.
  • With a current stock price of $208.48, Chevron offers a compelling dividend yield of 3.41%, supported by a payout ratio of 68.26% and a track record of 39 consecutive years of dividend increases, making it an attractive option for income-focused investors seeking stable cash flow.
  • Analyst sentiment has shifted positively, with the consensus rating upgrading to a Moderate Buy and the average price target rising to $211.35, indicating that financial experts believe the stock has further upside potential as it approaches its 52-week high of $214.71.
  • Chevron maintains a low beta of 0.50, meaning its stock price is less volatile than the broader market, which provides a defensive characteristic for portfolios and helps mitigate risk during periods of market uncertainty or economic downturns.

Chevron
Bear Case

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Investors should be bearish about investing in Chevron for these reasons:

  • Recent insider activity has been predominantly negative, with CEO Michael Wirth and Director John Hess selling significant portions of their holdings in August 2026, which may signal a lack of confidence in the stock's future performance or a desire to lock in gains after the recent rally.
  • The planned $7 billion investment in Venezuela carries substantial execution and political risks, as critics argue that the high capital requirements and operational challenges in the region could hinder the projected returns and strain the company's resources.
  • Chevron's financial performance and dividend sustainability are heavily dependent on elevated crude oil prices, which are currently above $90 per barrel; a significant decline in oil prices could pressure earnings and threaten the company's ability to maintain its dividend growth trajectory.
  • The stock is trading near the upper end of its recent range, with a P/E ratio of 19.99, which may indicate that the current valuation is stretched relative to historical averages, leaving limited room for further appreciation if growth expectations are not met.
  • Short interest data shows that while the percentage of float shorted is low at 0.80%, the absolute number of shares shorted remains significant at over 15.7 million, suggesting that a portion of the market still holds a bearish view on the company's outlook.

CVX Forecast - Frequently Asked Questions

According to the research reports of 26 Wall Street equities research analysts, the average twelve-month stock price forecast for Chevron is $211.35, with a high forecast of $243.00 and a low forecast of $160.00.

26 Wall Street research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Chevron in the last year. There is currently 1 sell rating, 5 hold ratings and 20 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street research analysts is that investors should "moderate buy" CVX shares.

According to analysts, Chevron's stock has a predicted downside of -1.10% based on their 12-month stock forecasts.

Over the previous 90 days, Chevron's stock had 3 upgrades by analysts.

Analysts like Chevron more than other "energy" companies. The consensus rating for Chevron is Moderate Buy while the average consensus rating for "energy" companies is Hold. Learn more on how CVX compares to other companies.


MarketBeat monitors more than a dozen sources for Chevron analyst ratings, with the most recent rating issued on 9/3/2026.
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