Why XOM, COP, and SHEL Stocks Are Dropping Today

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Oct 15, 2024
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Oil stocks are experiencing downward pressure as major players in the industry, such as ExxonMobil (XOM), ConocoPhillips (COP), and Shell (SHEL, Financial), are witnessing declines. Notably, Shell (SHEL) has seen its share price drop by 2.97%. This decline correlates with a slip in global oil prices, exacerbated by reports of ample supply and slowing demand growth.

Shell PLC (SHEL, Financial), a leading integrated oil and gas company, is currently priced at $66.35, reflecting a recent price change of -2.03 USD. With a market capitalization of $202.85 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio (P/E) of 11.85, Shell positions itself as a fairly valued entity within its industry. The GF Value of Shell indicates it is fairly valued in the market. For more insights on GF Value, you can visit Shell's GF Value page.

Shell (SHEL, Financial) maintains a dividend yield of 4.11%, which is close to its three-year high, offering attractive dividend returns for investors. Another positive aspect is its close to one-year low price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 1.08, suggesting potential undervaluation. However, the company's Altman Z-Score of 2.36 indicates some financial stress.

Despite the current challenges, Shell's diversified production and refining capabilities, spanning Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas, bolster its resilience. With ongoing developments in non-OPEC production and China's demand fluctuations, careful attention to global supply-demand dynamics will be crucial for Shell and its investors.

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I/We may personally own shares in some of the companies mentioned above. However, those positions are not material to either the company or to my/our portfolios.