LON:WDS

Woodside Energy Group (WDS) Share Price, News & Analysis

GBX 1,474
-6.00 (-0.41%)
(As of 04:35 PM ET)
Today's Range
1,470
1,508
50-Day Range
1,480
1,598
52-Week Range
1,470
2,028
Volume
112,153 shs
Average Volume
71,431 shs
Market Capitalization
£28.01 billion
P/E Ratio
2,136.23
Dividend Yield
7.46%
Price Target
N/A
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About Woodside Energy Group Stock (LON:WDS)

Woodside Energy Group Ltd engages in the exploration, evaluation, development, production, and marketing of hydrocarbons in the Asia Pacific, Africa, the Americas, and the Europe. The company produces liquefied natural gas, pipeline gas, crude oil and condensate, and natural gas liquids. It holds interests in the Pluto LNG, North West Shelf, Wheatstone and Julimar-Brunello, Bass Strait, Ngujima-Yin FPSO, Okha FPSO, Pyrenees FPSO, Macedon, Shenzi, Mad dog, Greater Angostura, as well as Scarborough, Sangomar, Trion, Calypso, Browse, Liard, Atlantis, Woodside Solar opportunity, and Sunrise and Troubadour. The company involves in development of new energy products and carbon services. The company was formerly known as Woodside Petroleum Ltd and changed its name to Woodside Energy Group Ltd in May 2022. Woodside Energy Group Ltd was founded in 1954 and is headquartered in Perth, Australia.

WDS Stock Price History

WDS Stock News Headlines

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Company Calendar

Ex-Dividend for 4/4 Dividend
3/07/2024
Dividend Payable
4/04/2024
Today
4/23/2024

Industry, Sector and Symbol

Sector
Energy
Industry
Oil & Gas E&P
Sub-Industry
N/A
CIK
N/A
Fax
N/A
Employees
4,667
Year Founded
N/A

Profitability

Net Income
£1.66 billion
Pretax Margin
N/A

Debt

Sales & Book Value

Annual Sales
£13.99 billion
Book Value
GBX 1,812 per share

Miscellaneous

Outstanding Shares
1,900,000,000
Free Float
N/A
Market Cap
£28.15 billion
Optionable
Not Optionable
Beta
0.74
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Key Executives

  • Ms. Marguerite Eileen O'Neill B.Sc.
    M.Sc., CEO, MD & Executive Director
  • Mr. Graham Clifford Tiver FCPA
    Executive VP & CFO
  • Ms. Shiva Pezeshki McMahon B.A.
    M.A., Executive Vice President of International Operations
  • Ms. Elizabeth Westcott B.Com.
    B.E., Executive VP of Australian Operations
  • Mr. Daniel Stuart Kalms B.E.
    M.B.A., Executive Vice President of Technical Services
  • Marcela Louzada
    Vice President of Investor Relations
  • Mr. Andrew Cox B.A.
    L.L.B., M.A., VP of Legal & Group General Counsel
  • Mr. Mark Abbotsford BEC
    M.B.A., Executive Vice President of Marketing & Trading
  • Mr. Shaun Gregory B.Sc.
    BSc (Hons), MBT, Executive Vice President of New Energy
  • Ms. Julie Fallon M.B.E.
    Executive Vice President of Corporate Services

Should I Buy Woodside Energy Group Stock? WDS Pros and Cons Explained

Pros

Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Woodside Energy Group Ltd:

  • Woodside Energy Group Ltd has a diversified portfolio of projects across different regions, reducing risk exposure.
  • The company is actively involved in the development of new energy products and carbon services, positioning itself in the growing renewable energy sector.
  • Woodside Energy Group Ltd produces a variety of hydrocarbons, including liquefied natural gas and crude oil, providing revenue stability through commodity diversification.
  • Recent developments show positive growth potential in the company's stock price, indicating a favorable outlook for investors.
  • Woodside Energy Group Ltd has a long-standing history since 1954, demonstrating stability and experience in the energy industry.

Cons

Investors should be bearish about investing in Woodside Energy Group Ltd for these reasons:

  • The oil and gas industry is subject to price volatility, which can impact the company's financial performance and stock value.
  • Regulatory changes and environmental concerns may pose challenges to Woodside Energy Group Ltd's operations and profitability.
  • Global geopolitical factors can influence the energy market, affecting the company's projects and revenue streams.
  • Investing in hydrocarbon-focused companies like Woodside Energy Group Ltd carries inherent environmental and social responsibility risks.
  • Market competition and technological advancements in renewable energy sources could impact the demand for traditional hydrocarbons, affecting the company's future growth prospects.
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 Thursday, April 11, 2024. Please send any questions or comments about these Woodside Energy Group pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

WDS Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

How have WDS shares performed in 2024?

Woodside Energy Group's stock was trading at GBX 1,663 at the beginning of the year. Since then, WDS shares have decreased by 11.4% and is now trading at GBX 1,474.
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How often does Woodside Energy Group pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for Woodside Energy Group?

Woodside Energy Group declared a dividend on Tuesday, February 27th. Stockholders of record on Thursday, March 7th will be given a dividend of GBX 0.60 per share on Thursday, April 4th. This represents a dividend yield of 3.05%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Thursday, March 7th. The official announcement can be seen at this link.
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Is Woodside Energy Group a good dividend stock?

Woodside Energy Group (LON:WDS) pays an annual dividend of GBX 110 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 6.97%. WDS has a dividend yield higher than 75% of all dividend-paying stocks, making it a leading dividend payer. The dividend payout ratio is 15,942.03%. Payout ratios above 75% are not desirable because they may not be sustainable.
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How do I buy shares of Woodside Energy Group?

Shares of WDS 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:WDS) was last updated on 4/23/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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