ConocoPhillipsCOP
COP
About: ConocoPhillips is a US-based independent exploration and production firm. In 2024, it produced 2.0 million barrels per day of oil and natural gas liquids and 3.4 billion cubic feet per day of natural gas, primarily from Alaska and the Lower 48 in the United States and Norway in Europe and several countries in Asia-Pacific and the Middle East. Proven reserves at year-end 2024 were 7.8 billion barrels of oil equivalent.
Employees: 11,800
0
Funds holding %
of 7,431 funds
0
Analysts bullish %
of 10 analysts
Fund manager confidence
Based on 2025 Q2 regulatory disclosures by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)
21% more call options, than puts
Call options by funds: $1.29B | Put options by funds: $1.06B
1% less repeat investments, than reductions
Existing positions increased: 894 | Existing positions reduced: 900
1.13% less ownership
Funds ownership: 82.33% [Q1] → 81.2% (-1.13%) [Q2]
5% less funds holding
Funds holding: 2,363 [Q1] → 2,234 (-129) [Q2]
16% less capital invested
Capital invested by funds: $110B [Q1] → $91.9B (-$17.8B) [Q2]
36% less funds holding in top 10
Funds holding in top 10: 36 [Q1] → 23 (-13) [Q2]
37% less first-time investments, than exits
New positions opened: 121 | Existing positions closed: 193
Research analyst outlook
10 Wall Street Analysts provided 1 year price targets over the past 3 months
Low target
$100
3%
upside
Avg. target
$116
20%
upside
High target
$124
28%
upside
10 analyst ratings
8 positive
80%
2 neutral
20%
0 negative
0%
UBS Josh Silverstein | 28%upside $124 | Buy Maintained | 20 Aug 2025 |
Melius Research James West | 21%upside $117 | Hold Initiated | 20 Aug 2025 |
Piper Sandler Ryan Todd | 28%upside $124 | Overweight Maintained | 18 Aug 2025 |
Morgan Stanley Devin McDermott | 27%upside $123 | Overweight Maintained | 11 Aug 2025 |
Susquehanna Biju Perincheril | 17%upside $113 | Positive Maintained | 23 Jul 2025 |
Financial journalist opinion
Based on 38 articles about COP published over the past 30 days
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
1 day ago
ConocoPhillips Strikes 20-Year LNG Deal With Sempra's Port Arthur
COP secures a 20-year deal to buy 4 MTPA of LNG from Sempra's Port Arthur Phase 2, expanding its global energy footprint.
Neutral
Seeking Alpha
3 days ago
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Positive
Zacks Investment Research
4 days ago
Is ConocoPhillips a Bullish Bet Despite Volatile Oil Prices?
COP's low-cost global portfolio helps it stay resilient and generate cash flow even in a challenging oil price environment.
Positive
Reuters
5 days ago
ConocoPhillips to buy LNG from Sempra's Port Arthur Phase 2 project
U.S. oil and gas producer ConocoPhillips said on Thursday it would secure 4 million tonnes per annum of liquefied natural gas from Sempra's Port Arthur LNG Phase 2 project in Texas to serve key global markets.
Neutral
PRNewsWire
5 days ago
Sempra and ConocoPhillips Extend Partnership with Offtake Agreement for Port Arthur LNG Phase 2
SAN DIEGO , Aug. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Sempra (NYSE: SRE) today announced that its subsidiary, Sempra Infrastructure, and ConocoPhillips (NYSE: COP) have signed a definitive 20-year sale and purchase agreement (SPA) for 4 million tonnes per annum (Mtpa) of LNG offtake from the Port Arthur LNG Phase 2 development project in Jefferson County, Texas. "The role of U.S. LNG in meeting the energy security needs of America's allies continues to grow," said Jeffrey W.
Neutral
Business Wire
5 days ago
ConocoPhillips further expands LNG business with additional Gulf Coast offtake agreement
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ConocoPhillips has signed a long-term sales and purchase agreement to purchase 4 MTPA of LNG from the Port Arthur LNG Phase 2 project.
Neutral
Seeking Alpha
6 days ago
ConocoPhillips: Load Up While The Market Ignores (Rating Upgrade)
ConocoPhillips stock's underperformance since 2022 was justified by energy price volatility and a premium valuation, but recent developments warrant a fresh look. The Marathon Oil integration is progressing well, with $2B+ in expected synergies and ongoing asset optimization, supporting a stronger FY2025 outlook. ConocoPhillips' LNG strategy is pivotal, targeting doubled free cash flow by 2029, but requires disciplined capital allocation amid potential market oversupply risks.
Positive
Reuters
6 days ago
US oil and gas M&A activity tripled last year, report says
Mergers and acquisitions in the U.S. oil and gas sector tripled last year despite softer commodity prices as energy companies boosted spending to improve efficiency and profits, according to a report released on Tuesday.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
1 week ago
ConocoPhillips: Bargain Buy Before LNG Growth Heats Up
Energy remains undervalued versus tech, and ConocoPhillips stands out for its scale, low-cost inventory, and strategic growth projects. COP's Marathon Oil acquisition boosts resource base, cost synergies, and operational efficiency, supporting robust production and future earnings growth. Strong shareholder returns, disciplined capital allocation, and a 3.3% yield make COP attractive for income, value, and growth investors.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
1 week ago
ConocoPhillips: The Knife Is Done Falling (Ratings Upgrade)
ConocoPhillips is now a buy, driven by strong FCF growth forecasts and successful Marathon Oil integration, reversing my previous overvaluation call. The Marathon Oil acquisition adds 2.5 billion barrels of resources at a low cost, with significant synergy and asset sale opportunities to boost cash flow. The company targets over $7 billion in incremental FCF by 2029, supported by major projects like LNG and Willow and aggressive shareholder returns via dividends and buybacks.
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