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

$181.62
-0.53 (-0.29%)
(As of 12/1/2023 ET)
Compare
Today's Range
$180.59
$183.46
50-Day Range
$138.90
$173.83
52-Week Range
$135.00
$183.46
Volume
1.60 million shs
Average Volume
1.59 million shs
Market Capitalization
$43.27 billion
P/E Ratio
3.60
Dividend Yield
0.96%
Price Target
$196.00

Cheniere Energy MarketRank™ Stock Analysis

Analyst Rating
Buy
3.08 Rating Score
Upside/​Downside
7.9% 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
0.85mentions of Cheniere Energy in the last 14 days
Based on 7 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.

2.23 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

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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
12/01/2023
Fiscal Year End
12/31/2023
Next Earnings (Estimated)
2/21/2024

Industry, Sector and Symbol

Industry
Natural gas distribution
Sub-Industry
Oil & Gas Storage & Transportation
Current Symbol
NYSEAMERICAN:LNG
CUSIP
16411R20
CIK
3570
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
+7.9%
Consensus Rating
Buy
Rating Score (0-4)
3.08
Research Coverage
12 Analysts

Profitability

Net Income
$1.43 billion
Pretax Margin
75.93%

Debt

Sales & Book Value

Annual Sales
$33.43 billion
Cash Flow
$10.54 per share
Book Value
$33.19 per share

Miscellaneous

Free Float
236,849,000
Market Cap
$43.27 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

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

12 brokerages have issued twelve-month price objectives 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 7.9% from the stock's current price.
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How have LNG shares performed in 2023?

Cheniere Energy's stock was trading at $149.96 at the start of the year. Since then, LNG shares have increased by 21.1% and is now trading at $181.62.
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Are investors shorting Cheniere Energy?

Cheniere Energy saw a decrease in short interest in the month of October. As of October 31st, there was short interest totaling 2,740,000 shares, a decrease of 16.7% from the October 15th total of 3,290,000 shares. Based on an average daily trading volume, of 1,420,000 shares, the days-to-cover ratio is presently 1.9 days. Approximately 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.
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How were Cheniere Energy's earnings last quarter?

Cheniere Energy, Inc. (NYSEAMERICAN:LNG) announced its quarterly earnings results on Thursday, November, 2nd. The energy company reported $2.37 earnings per share for the quarter, missing analysts' consensus estimates of $2.55 by $0.18. The energy company had revenue of $4.16 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates 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. Stockholders 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 annualized dividend and a yield of 0.96%. 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.
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What other stocks do shareholders of Cheniere Energy own?
Who are Cheniere Energy's major shareholders?

Cheniere Energy's stock is owned by a number of retail and institutional 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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This page (NYSEAMERICAN:LNG) was last updated on 12/1/2023 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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