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S&P 500   5,149.42
DOW   38,790.43
QQQ   437.48
3 Large-Cap Stocks Buying Back Shares Aggressively
Semis, Nvidia Set for Big Moves as GTC Conference Kicks Off
Here’s Why Bitcoin Miners Stopped Rising With Bitcoin Prices
2 Deep Value, High Yield Stocks With a Double-Digit Upside
3 Stocks About to Boom on Unusual Call Option Volume
How major US stock indexes fared Monday, 3/18/2024
Oil Prices Up Again, Should You Buy This Time?
S&P 500   5,149.42
DOW   38,790.43
QQQ   437.48
3 Large-Cap Stocks Buying Back Shares Aggressively
Semis, Nvidia Set for Big Moves as GTC Conference Kicks Off
Here’s Why Bitcoin Miners Stopped Rising With Bitcoin Prices
2 Deep Value, High Yield Stocks With a Double-Digit Upside
3 Stocks About to Boom on Unusual Call Option Volume
How major US stock indexes fared Monday, 3/18/2024
Oil Prices Up Again, Should You Buy This Time?
LON:BP

BP (BP) Share Price, News & Analysis

GBX 491
+1.00 (+0.20%)
(As of 03/15/2024 ET)
Today's Range
490.40
494.95
50-Day Range
444.25
491
52-Week Range
441.05
562.30
Volume
63.18 million shs
Average Volume
8.56 million shs
Market Capitalization
£83.13 billion
P/E Ratio
732.84
Dividend Yield
4.48%
Price Target
GBX 629.56

BP MarketRank™ Stock Analysis

Analyst Rating
Hold
2.38 Rating Score
Upside/​Downside
28.2% Upside
GBX 629.56 Price Target
Short Interest
N/A
Dividend Strength
Weak
Based on Four Factors
Sustainability
N/A
News Sentiment
-0.32mentions of BP in the last 14 days
Based on 18 Articles This Week
Insider Trading
Acquiring Shares
£42,388 Bought Last Quarter
Proj. Earnings Growth
N/A

Overall MarketRank

New Rank-Based ScoringMarketRank is calculated by averaging available category scores (with extra weight given to analysis and valuation), then ranking the company's weighted average against that of other companies.

2.10 out of 5 stars

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About BP Stock (LON:BP)

BP p.l.c. provides carbon products and services. The company operates through Gas & Low Carbon Energy, Oil Production & Operations, and Customers & Products segments. It engages in the production of natural gas, and integrated gas and power; trading of gas; operation of onshore and offshore wind power, as well as hydrogen and carbon capture and storage facilities; trading and marketing of renewable and non-renewable power; and production of crude oil. In addition, the company involved in convenience and retail fuel, EV charging, Castrol lubricant, aviation, B2B, and midstream businesses; refining and oil trading; and bioenergy business. The company was founded in 1908 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.

BP Stock Price History

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Company Calendar

Ex-Dividend for 12/19 Dividend
11/09/2023
Dividend Payable
12/19/2023
Ex-Dividend for 3/28 Dividend
2/15/2024
Today
3/18/2024
Dividend Payable
3/28/2024

Industry, Sector and Symbol

Sector
Energy
Industry
Oil & Gas Integrated
Sub-Industry
N/A
CIK
N/A
Fax
N/A
Employees
87,800
Year Founded
N/A

Price Target and Rating

Average Stock Price Target
GBX 629.56
High Stock Price Target
GBX 1,000
Low Stock Price Target
GBX 510
Potential Upside/Downside
+28.2%
Consensus Rating
Hold
Rating Score (0-4)
2.38
Research Coverage
8 Analysts

Profitability

Net Income
£15.24 billion
Pretax Margin
N/A

Debt

Sales & Book Value

Annual Sales
£208.35 billion
Cash Flow
GBX 162.20 per share
Book Value
GBX 418 per share

Miscellaneous

Outstanding Shares
16,930,000,000
Free Float
N/A
Market Cap
£83.13 billion
Optionable
Not Optionable
Beta
0.54
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Key Executives

  • Mr. Murray Auchincloss (Age 54)
    CEO & Director
    Comp: $3.38M
  • Ms. Katherine Anne Thomson (Age 56)
    CFO, Senior VP of Finance for Production & Operations & Director
  • Mr. Gordon Birrell (Age 61)
    Executive Vice President of Production & Operations
  • Mr. Craig Marshall
    Group Head of Investor Relations
  • Mr. Mike Sosso
    Executive Vice President of Legal
  • Ms. Kerry Dryburgh
    Executive Vice President of People & Culture
  • Mr. Richard M. Hookway (Age 63)
    Chief Operating Officer of Global Business Services & Information Technology and Systems
  • Dr. Helmut Schuster (Age 63)
    Advisor
  • Mr. Anthony Harbridge
    Head of Executive Office, Alternative Energy & Regions
  • Mr. Spencer Dale
    Group Chief Economist

Should I Buy BP Stock? BP 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 BP was last updated on Sunday, March 17, 2024 at 11:36 PM.

Pros

Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in BP p.l.c.:

  • BP p.l.c. is actively involved in the production of natural gas, integrated gas and power, and renewable energy sources, positioning itself well in the transition to cleaner energy.
  • The company operates in various segments including Gas & Low Carbon Energy, demonstrating a diversified portfolio that can mitigate risks associated with fluctuations in oil prices.
  • BP p.l.c. has been investing in hydrogen and carbon capture and storage facilities, aligning with the global push towards decarbonization and sustainable energy solutions.
  • Recent developments have shown a positive trend in BP's stock price, indicating potential growth opportunities for investors.
  • With a long-standing history since 1908, BP p.l.c. has established itself as a reputable player in the oil and gas industry, providing stability to investors.

Cons

Investors should be bearish about investing in BP p.l.c. for these reasons:

  • The oil and gas industry is subject to volatility due to geopolitical factors, regulatory changes, and market demand, which can impact BP's financial performance.
  • BP's business operations are exposed to risks associated with environmental regulations, potential accidents, and liabilities, which could lead to financial losses.
  • Fluctuations in oil prices can directly affect BP's revenue and profitability, making the company vulnerable to market conditions.
  • Transitioning to cleaner energy sources and reducing carbon emissions may require significant investments, impacting BP's short-term financial performance.
  • Competition in the energy sector is intense, with other companies also focusing on renewable energy solutions, posing challenges to BP's market position and growth prospects.

BP Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

Should I buy or sell BP stock right now?

8 Wall Street equities research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for BP in the last twelve months. There are currently 2 sell ratings, 1 hold rating and 5 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street equities research analysts is that investors should "hold" BP shares. A hold rating indicates that analysts believe investors should maintain any existing positions they have in BP, but not buy additional shares or sell existing shares.
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What is BP's stock price target for 2024?

8 analysts have issued 1-year target prices for BP's stock. Their BP share price targets range from GBX 510 to GBX 1,000. On average, they expect the company's share price to reach GBX 629.56 in the next twelve months. This suggests a possible upside of 28.2% from the stock's current price.
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How have BP shares performed in 2024?

BP's stock was trading at GBX 466.15 at the beginning of 2024. Since then, BP shares have increased by 5.3% and is now trading at GBX 491.
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How often does BP pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for BP?

BP announced a dividend on Tuesday, February 6th. Stockholders of record on Thursday, February 15th will be given a dividend of GBX 0.07 per share on Thursday, March 28th. This represents a dividend yield of 1.28%. The ex-dividend date is Thursday, February 15th. The official announcement can be accessed at this link.
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.

Is BP a good dividend stock?

BP (LON:BP) pays an annual dividend of GBX 22 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 4.63%. BP has a dividend yield higher than 75% of all dividend-paying stocks, making it a leading dividend payer. The dividend payout ratio is 3,283.58%. Payout ratios above 75% are not desirable because they may not be sustainable.
Read our dividend analysis for BP.

What other stocks do shareholders of BP own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some companies that other BP investors own include Conduity Capital (CCAP), City of London Group (CIN), Topps Tiles (TPT), First Property Group (FPO), Redhall Group (RHL), Centrica (CNA), Lloyds Banking Group (LLOY), Exxon Mobil (XOM) and Bank of America (BAC).

How do I buy shares of BP?

Shares of BP stock and other U.K. stocks can be purchased through online brokerage accounts that support trading on the London Stock Exchange (LSX). Some U.K. companies can be purchased through major U.S. brokerages in the form of American Depository Receipts (ADRs), which are placeholder equities held in a trust by a bank that represent shares of a foreign stock.
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This page (LON:BP) was last updated on 3/18/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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