ConocoPhillips-Marathon Synergy Will Boost Free Cash Flow And Stock Buyback: Analyst

Analysts expressed views on ConocoPhillips’ (NYSE:COP) mixed third-quarter results.

On Thursday, ConocoPhillips reported an adjusted EPS of $1.78, beating estimates; revenue of $13.6 billion vs. $14 billion expected.

The company boosted its quarterly dividend by 34% to $0.78/share. The company raised the outlook for FY24 production to 1.94-1.95 MMBOED (from 1.93 to 1.94 MMBOED).

Truist Securities analyst Neal Dingmann expects pro forma FCF to rise substantially due to strong organic performance and additional cash flow from Marathon Oil. The analyst reiterated the Buy rating and $138 price target on COP.

With stable prices, ConocoPhillips could potentially repurchase nearly all shares issued to ...