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Cheniere Energy Stock Price, News & Analysis (NYSEAMERICAN:LNG)

$169.96
-0.11 (-0.06%)
(As of 10:09 AM ET)
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Today's Range
$168.39
▼
$170.76
50-Day Range
$138.90
▼
$182.15
52-Week Range
$135.00
▼
$183.46
Volume
137,742 shs
Average Volume
1.60 million shs
Market Capitalization
$40.49 billion
P/E Ratio
3.36
Dividend Yield
1.02%
Price Target
$196.00
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Cheniere Energy MarketRank™ Stock Analysis

Analyst Rating
Buy
3.08 Rating Score
Upside/​Downside
15.4% Upside
$196.00 Price Target
Short Interest
Healthy
1.09% of Float Sold Short
Dividend Strength
Weak
Based on Four Factors
Sustainability
N/A
News Sentiment
0.61mentions of Cheniere Energy in the last 14 days
Based on 13 Articles This Week
Insider Trading
N/A
Proj. Earnings Growth
-41.70%
From $17.58 to $10.25 Per Share

Overall MarketRank™

MarketRank is calculated as an average of available category scores, with extra weight given to analysis and valuation.

2.68 out of 5 stars

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About Cheniere Energy Stock (NYSEAMERICAN:LNG)

Cheniere Energy, Inc., an energy infrastructure company, primarily engages in the liquefied natural gas (LNG) related businesses in the United States. It owns and operates the Sabine Pass LNG terminal in Cameron Parish, Louisiana; and the Corpus Christi LNG terminal near Corpus Christi, Texas. The company also owns Creole Trail pipeline, a 94-mile pipeline interconnecting the Sabine Pass LNG terminal with various interstate pipelines; and operates Corpus Christi pipeline, a 21.5-mile natural gas supply pipeline that interconnects the Corpus Christi LNG terminal with various interstate and intrastate natural gas pipelines. It is also involved in the LNG and natural gas marketing business. The company was incorporated in 1983 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas.

LNG Stock Price History

LNG Stock News Headlines

November 24, 2023 | marketbeat.com
Refiners, transporters surge: Niche energy markets defy oil slump (LNG)
Despite Chevron and Exxon Mobil trading below their highs, sub-industries such as transportation and pipelines show resilience, driven by dividends and demand.
December 5, 2023 | finance.yahoo.com
AvidXchange and Sonos have been highlighted as Zacks Bull and Bear of the Day
December 6, 2023 | Edge On The Street (Ad)
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December 4, 2023 | finance.yahoo.com
Natural Gas Extends Weekly Losing Streak on Surprise Build
December 4, 2023 | americanbankingnews.com
Cheniere Energy, Inc. (NYSEAMERICAN:LNG) to Post Q4 2023 Earnings of $2.40 Per Share, Zacks Research Forecasts
December 2, 2023 | americanbankingnews.com
Cheniere Energy (NYSEAMERICAN:LNG) Reaches New 12-Month High at $183.24
December 1, 2023 | finance.yahoo.com
Cheniere Energy (LNG) Secures Gas Supply, LNG Sales Deals
November 29, 2023 | bizjournals.com
Cheniere signs gas supply deal and LNG sale agreement for Sabine Pass expansion
December 6, 2023 | Edge On The Street (Ad)
Americans Now Favor Gold Over Stocks as an Investment Vehicle
Americans now consider gold a better long-term investment than stocks for the first time since 2013. But physical gold requires storage and insurance, and gold mining stocks come with significant risks. Fortunately, investors have found a little-known way to benefit from gold that avoids many of these challenges.
November 29, 2023 | marketwatch.com
Arc Resources Secures Long-Term Supply Agreement with Cheniere Energy Subsidiary
November 29, 2023 | msn.com
Cheniere, ARC Resources agree to another long-term gas supply deal
November 29, 2023 | finance.yahoo.com
ARC RESOURCES ANNOUNCES SECOND LONG-TERM NATURAL GAS SUPPLY AGREEMENT WITH CHENIERE
November 29, 2023 | finance.yahoo.com
Cheniere Announces Long-Term Integrated Production Marketing Agreement with ARC Resources
November 26, 2023 | americanbankingnews.com
Cheniere Energy (NYSEAMERICAN:LNG) Sets New 1-Year High at $179.39
November 22, 2023 | msn.com
The 3 Best Natural Gas Stocks Fueling Energy Needs (and Your Portfolio)
November 20, 2023 | finance.yahoo.com
Natural Gas Cools Off on Record Output, Weather Forecast
November 19, 2023 | seekingalpha.com
Comstock Resources: When The Market Gives You Lemons
November 17, 2023 | incomeinvestors.com
7.3%-Yielding Cheniere Energy Partners Stock Trading at Record-High Level
November 14, 2023 | benzinga.com
Winter's Wild Card: How Weather And Politics Could Fuel Unexpected LNG Market Volatility
November 13, 2023 | finance.yahoo.com
12 Most Undervalued Natural Gas Stocks To Buy According To Hedge Funds
November 8, 2023 | markets.businessinsider.com
Analysts Offer Insights on NA Companies: Ovintiv (OVV) and Cheniere Energy (LNG)
November 7, 2023 | msn.com
Cheniere (CQP) Q3 Earnings Beat Estimates, Revenues Fall Y/Y
November 6, 2023 | finance.yahoo.com
Cheniere's (LNG) Q3 Earnings Improve Y/Y, Sales Beat Estimates
November 5, 2023 | finance.yahoo.com
Cheniere Energy Inc (CHQ1.HA)
November 4, 2023 | msn.com
Cheniere signs long-term LNG supply deal with China’s Foran
November 4, 2023 | markets.businessinsider.com
Positive Q3 Performance and Future Prospects Bolster Buy Rating for Cheniere Energy
November 3, 2023 | finance.yahoo.com
US Sanctions on Russian LNG Threaten Japan Gas Security Push
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Company Calendar

Last Earnings
11/02/2023
Ex-Dividend for 11/17 Dividend
11/08/2023
Dividend Payable
11/17/2023
Today
12/06/2023
Fiscal Year End
12/31/2023
Next Earnings (Estimated)
2/21/2024
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Industry, Sector and Symbol

Stock Exchange
NYSEAMERICAN
Industry
Natural gas distribution
Sub-Industry
Oil & Gas Storage & Transportation
Sector
Oils/Energy
Current Symbol
NYSEAMERICAN:LNG
Previous Symbol
NYSE:LNG
CUSIP
16411R20
CIK
3570
Web
www.cheniere.com
Phone
(713) 375-5000
Fax
713-375-6000
Employees
1,551
Year Founded
N/A

Price Target and Rating

Average Stock Price Target
$196.00
High Stock Price Target
$222.00
Low Stock Price Target
$183.00
Potential Upside/Downside
+15.4%
Consensus Rating
Buy
Rating Score (0-4)
3.08
Research Coverage
12 Analysts

Profitability

EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year)
$50.52
Trailing P/E Ratio
3.36
Forward P/E Ratio
9.66
P/E Growth
0.39
Net Income
$1.43 billion
Net Margins
50.46%
Pretax Margin
75.93%
Return on Equity
154.07%
Return on Assets
18.36%

Debt

Debt-to-Equity Ratio
3.02
Current Ratio
1.54
Quick Ratio
1.43

Sales & Book Value

Annual Sales
$33.43 billion
Price / Sales
1.21
Cash Flow
$9.80 per share
Price / Cash Flow
17.34
Book Value
($0.69) per share
Price / Book
-246.16

Miscellaneous

Outstanding Shares
238,260,000
Free Float
236,849,000
Market Cap
$40.47 billion
Optionable
Not Optionable
Beta
0.96
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Key Executives

  • Mr. Jack A. Fusco (Age 61)
    President, CEO & Director
    Comp: $6.02M
  • Mr. Zach Davis (Age 37)
    Executive VP & CFO
    Comp: $2.15M
  • Mr. Sean Nathaniel Markowitz (Age 49)
    Executive VP, Chief Legal Officer & Corporate Secretary
    Comp: $2.23M
  • Mr. Anatol Feygin (Age 55)
    Executive VP & Chief Commercial Officer
    Comp: $2.19M
  • Mr. Aaron D. Stephenson (Age 67)
    Executive Officer
    Comp: $2.05M
  • Mr. J. Corey Grindal (Age 51)
    Executive VP & COO
  • Mr. David Slack (Age 42)
    VP & Chief Accounting Officer
  • Mr. Randy Bhatia
    Vice President of Investor Relations
  • Deanna L. Newcomb
    Chief Compliance & Ethics Officer and VP of Internal Audit
  • Ms. Julie Nelson
    Senior Vice President of Policy, Government & Public Affairs

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Should I Buy Cheniere Energy Stock? LNG Pros and Cons Explained

These insights were generated using artificial intelligence. They are based on proprietary MarketBeat data, news articles, and custom LLM A.I. algorithms. This analysis of Cheniere Energy was last updated on Tuesday, November 28, 2023 at 9:31 AM.

Pros

Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Cheniere Energy, Inc.:

  • Cheniere Energy, Inc. is a major player in the energy sector's liquified natural gas (LNG) segment. LNG is natural gas cooled into a cryogenic liquid state, which enables safe and voluminous shipping. LNG is used for various functions like power and heat generation, fuel, and chemical production. The LNG market is expected to grow to 500 million tonnes of production in 2030, indicating potential for increased demand and revenue for Cheniere Energy, Inc.
  • LNG burns cleaner than fossil fuel, producing fewer pollutants and greenhouse gases. With increasing global focus on environmental sustainability, Cheniere Energy, Inc.'s involvement in LNG can position the company favorably in the transition towards cleaner energy sources.
  • Cheniere Energy, Inc. reported blowout earnings-per-share (EPS) of $5.61, surpassing consensus analyst estimates by $2.80. This indicates strong financial performance and potential for future profitability.
  • Cheniere Energy, Inc. has a diverse range of customers, from industrial facilities to regasification plants. This customer base provides stability and potential for long-term partnerships and revenue streams.
  • Cheniere Energy, Inc. operates globally, procuring, liquifying, producing, and shipping LNG around the world. This global presence allows the company to tap into various markets and potentially benefit from international growth opportunities.

Cons

Investors should be bearish about investing in Cheniere Energy, Inc. for these reasons:

  • Revenues for Cheniere Energy, Inc. fell 48.8% YoY to $4.1 billion, missing estimates of $4.25 billion. This decline in revenue raises concerns about the company's ability to generate consistent and sustainable income.
  • Cheniere Energy, Inc. trades at 10.86X forward earnings, which may indicate that the stock is currently overvalued. Investors should carefully consider the stock's valuation before making investment decisions.
  • The energy sector is subject to various market and regulatory risks. Changes in government policies, environmental regulations, and global energy trends can impact the profitability and growth prospects of companies like Cheniere Energy, Inc.
  • Investing in Cheniere Energy, Inc. involves exposure to the volatility of natural gas prices. Fluctuations in natural gas prices can impact the company's profitability and financial performance.
  • Investors should closely monitor the competitive landscape of the LNG industry. Increased competition or disruptive technologies could potentially impact Cheniere Energy, Inc.'s market share and profitability.














LNG Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

Should I buy or sell Cheniere Energy stock right now?

12 Wall Street equities research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Cheniere Energy in the last year. There are currently 11 buy ratings and 1 strong buy rating for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street equities research analysts is that investors should "buy" LNG shares.
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What is Cheniere Energy's stock price target for 2024?

12 analysts have issued 12 month price targets for Cheniere Energy's stock. Their LNG share price targets range from $183.00 to $222.00. On average, they anticipate the company's stock price to reach $196.00 in the next twelve months. This suggests a possible upside of 15.4% from the stock's current price.
View analysts price targets for LNG or view top-rated stocks among Wall Street analysts.

How have LNG shares performed in 2023?

Cheniere Energy's stock was trading at $149.96 at the beginning of 2023. Since then, LNG shares have increased by 13.3% and is now trading at $169.85.
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Are investors shorting Cheniere Energy?

Cheniere Energy saw a drop in short interest in the month of October. As of October 31st, there was short interest totaling 2,740,000 shares, a drop of 16.7% from the October 15th total of 3,290,000 shares. Based on an average daily volume of 1,420,000 shares, the days-to-cover ratio is presently 1.9 days. Currently, 1.2% of the shares of the stock are short sold.
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When is Cheniere Energy's next earnings date?

The company is scheduled to release its next quarterly earnings announcement on Wednesday, February 21st 2024.
View our LNG earnings forecast.

How were Cheniere Energy's earnings last quarter?

Cheniere Energy, Inc. (NYSEAMERICAN:LNG) announced its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, November, 2nd. The energy company reported $2.37 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $2.55 by $0.18. The energy company earned $4.16 billion during the quarter, compared to analysts' expectations of $3.90 billion. Cheniere Energy had a net margin of 50.46% and a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 154.07%.

How often does Cheniere Energy pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for Cheniere Energy?

Cheniere Energy declared a quarterly dividend on Monday, October 30th. Shareholders of record on Thursday, November 9th will be paid a dividend of $0.435 per share on Friday, November 17th. This represents a $1.74 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 1.02%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Wednesday, November 8th. This is a positive change from the stock's previous quarterly dividend of $0.40.
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Is Cheniere Energy a good dividend stock?

Cheniere Energy (NYSEAMERICAN:LNG) pays an annual dividend of $1.74 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 0.96%. The company has been increasing its dividend for 2 consecutive year(s), indicating that it does not yet have a strong track record of dividend growth. The dividend payout ratio is 3.44%. This payout ratio is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75%. Based on earnings estimates, LNG will have a dividend payout ratio of 16.98% next year. This indicates that the company will be able to sustain or increase its dividend.
Read our dividend analysis for LNG.

What ETFs hold Cheniere Energy's stock?

ETFs with the largest weight of Cheniere Energy (NYSEAMERICAN:LNG) stock in their portfolio include VanEck Energy Income ETF (EINC), Global X MLP & Energy Infrastructure ETF (MLPX), Tortoise North American Pipeline Fund (TPYP), Pacer American Energy Independence ETF (USAI), USCF Midstream Energy Income Fund (UMI), Ecofin US Renewables Infrastructure (RNEW), Invesco Dorsey Wright Energy Momentum ETF (PXI) and Alerian Energy Infrastructure ETF (ENFR).

What other stocks do shareholders of Cheniere Energy own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some companies that other Cheniere Energy investors own include ProShares Ultra Bloomberg Crude Oil (UCO), Cheniere Energy Partners (CQP), Micron Technology (MU), Alibaba Group (BABA), Bank of America (BAC), Kinder Morgan (KMI), Gilead Sciences (GILD), Intel (INTC), Energy Transfer Equity (ETE) and NVIDIA (NVDA).

Who are Cheniere Energy's major shareholders?

Cheniere Energy's stock is owned by a number of institutional and retail investors. Top institutional shareholders include FMR LLC (4.33%), Blackstone Inc. (2.52%), The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company (1.70%), Morgan Stanley (1.58%), Legal & General Group Plc (0.84%) and Deutsche Bank AG (0.82%). Insiders that own company stock include Aaron D Stephenson, David B Kilpatrick, Neal A Shear, Nuno Brandolini and Vicky A Bailey.
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How do I buy shares of Cheniere Energy?

Shares of LNG stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include WeBull, Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Robinhood, Fidelity, and Charles Schwab.
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