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Cenovus Energy (CVE) Stock Forecast & Price Target

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C$16.03 +0.22 (+1.39%)
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Cenovus Energy - Analysts' Recommendations and Stock Price Forecast (2025)

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.

Consensus Rating

Sell
0
Hold
2
Buy
9

Based on 11 Wall Street analysts who have issued ratings for Cenovus Energy in the last 12 months, the stock has a consensus rating of "Moderate Buy." Out of the 11 analysts, 2 have given a hold rating, 8 have given a buy rating, and 1 has given a strong buy rating for CVE.

Consensus Price Target

C$29.40
83.41% Upside
According to the 11 analysts' twelve-month price targets for Cenovus Energy, the average price target is C$29.40. The highest price target for CVE is C$34.00, while the lowest price target for CVE is C$25.00. The average price target represents a forecasted upside of 83.41% from the current price of C$16.03.
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CVE Analyst Ratings Over Time

TypeCurrent Forecast
4/14/24 to 4/14/25
1 Month Ago
3/15/24 to 3/15/25
3 Months Ago
1/15/24 to 1/14/25
1 Year Ago
4/15/23 to 4/14/24
Strong Buy
1 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
Buy
8 Buy rating(s)
7 Buy rating(s)
9 Buy rating(s)
8 Buy rating(s)
Hold
2 Hold rating(s)
2 Hold rating(s)
0 Hold rating(s)
1 Hold rating(s)
Sell
0 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
Consensus Price TargetC$29.40C$29.89C$30.67C$32.19
Forecasted Upside83.41% Upside54.23% Upside43.30% Upside11.59% Upside
Consensus Rating
Moderate Buy
Moderate Buy
Buy
Moderate Buy
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CVE Analyst Recommendations By Month

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CVE Price Targets by Month

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Cenovus Energy Stock vs. The Competition

TypeCenovus EnergyEnergy Companies
Consensus Rating Score
2.91
2.70
Consensus RatingModerate BuyModerate Buy
News Sentiment Rating
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DateBrokerageAnalyst NameActionRatingPrice TargetUpside/Downside on Report DateDetails
4/11/2025JPMorgan Chase & Co.
3 of 5 stars
 Lower TargetOverweightC$34.00 ➝ C$32.00+102.28%
4/10/2025CIBC
3 of 5 stars
 Lower TargetC$32.00 ➝ C$28.00+83.01%
3/19/2025Scotiabank
5 of 5 stars
K. Fisk
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2/24/2025TD Securities
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M. Hulshof
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Lower TargetBuyC$29.00 ➝ C$28.00+34.74%
2/21/2025National Bankshares
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 DowngradeOutperform ➝ Sector PerformC$28.00 ➝ C$25.00+20.71%
2/20/2025National Bank Financial
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T. Wood
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DowngradeStrong-Buy ➝ Hold
1/30/2025Jefferies Financial Group
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 Lower TargetC$32.00 ➝ C$30.00+38.44%
1/14/2025Royal Bank of Canada
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 Lower TargetC$28.00 ➝ C$26.00+20.48%
12/13/2024BMO Capital Markets
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 Lower TargetC$28.00 ➝ C$25.00+15.31%
12/13/2024Raymond James
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 Boost TargetC$32.00 ➝ C$33.00+52.21%
7/23/2024Desjardins
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 Boost TargetBuyC$31.50 ➝ C$33.00+22.77%
10/20/2023ATB Capital
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 Boost TargetC$31.00 ➝ C$34.00+19.93%
10/11/2023UBS Group
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 Boost TargetC$30.00 ➝ C$31.00+11.31%
5/15/2023Morgan Stanley
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 Lower TargetC$30.00 ➝ C$29.00+34.88%

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Should I Buy Cenovus Energy Stock? CVE 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 Sunday, April 6, 2025. Please send any questions or comments about these Cenovus Energy pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

Cenovus Energy
Bull Case

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

  • The recent acquisition of shares by Senior Officer Jeffery George Lawson indicates confidence in the company's future performance, as he purchased 5,000 shares at an average cost of C$21.17.
  • Cenovus Energy Inc. has announced a quarterly dividend of $0.18 per share, which translates to an annualized dividend of $0.72 and a yield of approximately 3.42%. This can provide a steady income stream for investors.
  • Analyst ratings are generally positive, with several firms maintaining "buy" ratings and target prices around C$31.20, suggesting potential for price appreciation.
  • The company has a strong market capitalization of C$39.21 billion, indicating a solid position in the energy sector, which can be attractive for long-term investors.
  • Despite recent fluctuations, the stock has shown resilience, with a 52-week high of C$29.96, indicating potential for recovery and growth in value.

Cenovus Energy
Bear Case

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

  • The stock price recently traded down to C$21.08, reflecting a decline and potential volatility that could deter risk-averse investors.
  • Several analysts have lowered their price targets for Cenovus Energy Inc., with some estimates dropping to C$25.00, indicating a bearish outlook from parts of the market.
  • The company has a relatively high debt-to-equity ratio of 33.34, which may raise concerns about financial stability and the ability to manage debt effectively.
  • Market conditions in the energy sector can be unpredictable, influenced by factors such as oil prices and regulatory changes, which could impact the company's profitability.
  • Recent trading volumes have been below average, suggesting a lack of investor interest or confidence in the stock at current price levels.

CVE Forecast - Frequently Asked Questions

According to the research reports of 11 Wall Street equities research analysts, the average twelve-month stock price forecast for Cenovus Energy is C$29.40, with a high forecast of C$34.00 and a low forecast of C$25.00.

11 Wall Street research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Cenovus Energy in the last twelve months. There are currently 2 hold ratings, 8 buy ratings and 1 strong buy rating for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street research analysts is that investors should "moderate buy" CVE shares.

According to analysts, Cenovus Energy's stock has a predicted upside of 83.41% based on their 12-month stock forecasts.

Over the previous 90 days, Cenovus Energy's stock had 2 downgrades and 1 upgrade by analysts.

Cenovus Energy has been rated by research analysts at CIBC, Jefferies Financial Group, JPMorgan Chase & Co., National Bank Financial, National Bankshares, Royal Bank of Canada, Scotiabank, and TD Securities in the past 90 days.

Analysts like Cenovus Energy more than other "energy" companies. The consensus rating score for Cenovus Energy is 2.91 while the average consensus rating score for "energy" companies is 2.70. Learn more on how CVE compares to other companies.


This page (TSE:CVE) was last updated on 4/14/2025 by MarketBeat.com Staff
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