Should I buy or sell Woodside Energy Group stock right now?

3 Wall Street equities research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Woodside Energy Group in the last twelve months. There are currently 2 sell ratings and 1 buy rating for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street equities research analysts is that investors should "reduce" WDS shares. View WDS analyst ratings or view top-rated stocks .

How have WDS shares performed in 2024?

Woodside Energy Group's stock was trading at $21.09 at the beginning of 2024. Since then, WDS shares have decreased by 14.7% and is now trading at $17.98. View the best growth stocks for 2024 here .

Are investors shorting Woodside Energy Group?

Woodside Energy Group saw a increase in short interest during the month of April. As of April 15th, there was short interest totaling 2,050,000 shares, an increase of 41.4% from the March 31st total of 1,450,000 shares. Based on an average trading volume of 964,100 shares, the days-to-cover ratio is presently 2.1 days. View Woodside Energy Group's Short Interest .

When is Woodside Energy Group's next earnings date?

The company is scheduled to release its next quarterly earnings announcement on Tuesday, May 28th 2024. View our WDS earnings forecast .

How often does Woodside Energy Group pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for Woodside Energy Group?

Woodside Energy Group declared a semi-annual dividend on Tuesday, February 27th. Investors of record on Friday, March 8th will be paid a dividend of $0.60 per share on Thursday, April 4th. This represents a dividend yield of 7%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Thursday, March 7th. Read our dividend analysis for WDS .

Is Woodside Energy Group a good dividend stock?

Woodside Energy Group (NYSE:WDS) pays an annual dividend of $1.16 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 6.64%. WDS has a dividend yield higher than 75% of all dividend-paying stocks, making it a leading dividend payer. Read our dividend analysis for WDS .

Who are Woodside Energy Group's major shareholders?

Woodside Energy Group's stock is owned by many different retail and institutional investors. Top institutional investors include Raymond James & Associates (0.05%), Nichols & Pratt Advisers LLP MA (0.00%), XY Capital Ltd (0.00%), Hourglass Capital LLC (0.00%), MADDEN SECURITIES Corp (0.00%) and First Trust Direct Indexing L.P. (0.00%). Insiders that own company stock include Marguerite (Meg) O'Neil and Marguerite (Meg) O'Neil . View institutional ownership trends .

How do I buy shares of Woodside Energy Group?

Shares of WDS stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services. Compare Top Brokerages Here .

NYSE:WDS

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

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$17.98

+0.27 (+1.52%)

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Today's Range: $17.83
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50-Day Range: $17.47
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$20.23
52-Week Range: $17.37
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$25.84

Volume: 710,654 shs
Average Volume: 944,215 shs
Market Capitalization: N/A

P/E Ratio: N/A
Dividend Yield: 6.45%
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About Woodside Energy Group Stock (NYSE: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.

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WDS Stock News Headlines

April 28, 2024 | afr.com

Woodside and the new climate activists

April 26, 2024 | afr.com

Woodside to pay $18b for hydrocarbon projects despite climate rebuke

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Woodside looks inward after climate gambit defeated

April 24, 2024 | businesswire.com

Woodside Energy Group Ltd Annual General Meeting Address by Chair Richard Goyder and CEO Meg O'Neill

April 19, 2024 | msn.com

Australian Stocks: Woodside Energy’s (WDS) Q1 Revenue Declines; Climate Plan Under Scrutiny

April 19, 2024 | afr.com

Woodside chief says her climate plan is ‘honest’, unlike some rivals

April 17, 2024 | afr.com

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This Is The Reason Why We Think Woodside Energy Group Ltd's (ASX:WDS) CEO Deserves A Bump Up To Their Compensation

April 11, 2024 | afr.com

Why we should celebrate the climate stoush at Woodside

April 9, 2024 | afr.com

Woodside slams Glass Lewis’ carbon assessment

April 6, 2024 | afr.com

MST Marquee accuses CGI Glass Lewis of activism on Woodside Energy

April 6, 2024 | finance.yahoo.com

Woodside Energy Group Ltd's (ASX:WDS) Stock Has Shown A Decent Performance: Have Financials A Role To Play?

April 5, 2024 | investing.com

BofA downgrades Woodside Energy stock, asset value reassessment takes centre stage

April 5, 2024 | fool.com.au

Uh oh! Are Woodside shares facing a 'dividend cliff'?

April 5, 2024 | reuters.com

Woodside Energy's JV firm partners with Yara Pilbara to study carbon capture

April 5, 2024 | finance.yahoo.com

Proxy advisor CGI Glass Lewis recommends Woodside Energy chairman's ouster

April 4, 2024 | afr.com

Fears for $8b Woodside project under Senegal’s new government

April 3, 2024 | msn.com

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April 1, 2024 | afr.com

The energy transition is going to take time, money, and trust

March 27, 2024 | finance.yahoo.com

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March 26, 2024 | finance.yahoo.com

Woodside Completes Sale of 10% Scarborough Interest

March 25, 2024 | fool.com.au

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March 18, 2024 | msn.com

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March 16, 2024 | ca.finance.yahoo.com

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March 16, 2024 | fool.com.au

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Company Calendar

Ex-Dividend for 4/4 Dividend: 3/07/2024
Dividend Payable: 4/04/2024
Today: 5/03/2024
Next Earnings (Estimated): 5/28/2024
Fiscal Year End: 12/31/2024

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Industry, Sector and Symbol

Stock Exchange: NYSE
Sector: Oils/Energy
Industry: Crude petroleum & natural gas
Sub-Industry: N/A
Current Symbol: NYSE:WDS
CUSIP: N/A
CIK: 844551
Web: www.woodside.com.au
Phone: (189) 348-4000
Fax: 61-8-9214-2777
Employees: 4,667
Year Founded: N/A

Profitability

EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year): N/A
Trailing P/E Ratio: N/A
Forward P/E Ratio: N/A
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Net Income: N/A
Net Margins: N/A
Pretax Margin: N/A
Return on Equity: N/A
Return on Assets: N/A

Debt

Debt-to-Equity Ratio: 0.14
Current Ratio: 1.03
Quick Ratio: 0.90

Sales & Book Value

Annual Sales: $13.99 billion
Price / Sales: N/A
Cash Flow: $6.07 per share
Price / Cash Flow: 2.96
Book Value: $35.74 per share
Price / Book: 0.50

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Outstanding Shares: N/A
Free Float: N/A
Market Cap: N/A
Optionable: Optionable
Beta: 1.09

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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

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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 engages in the exploration, evaluation, development, production, and marketing of hydrocarbons in multiple regions, providing diversified exposure to the energy sector.
The company produces a variety of energy products including liquefied natural gas, pipeline gas, crude oil and condensate, and natural gas liquids, tapping into different segments of the energy market.
Woodside Energy Group Ltd is involved in the development of new energy products and carbon services, showcasing a commitment to innovation and sustainability in the industry.
The company holds interests in various significant projects such as Pluto LNG, North West Shelf, and Wheatstone, indicating a strong portfolio of assets with growth potential.
Investors may find the current stock price of Woodside Energy Group Ltd attractive based on recent market trends and valuation metrics, offering a potentially favorable entry point.

Cons

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

Fluctuations in global energy prices and market demand could impact the company's revenue and profitability, exposing investors to volatility inherent in the energy sector.
Regulatory changes or environmental concerns related to hydrocarbon exploration and production may pose risks to Woodside Energy Group Ltd's operations and future growth prospects.
Geopolitical factors in regions where the company operates, such as Asia Pacific and Africa, could introduce uncertainties and potential disruptions to Woodside Energy Group Ltd's business activities.
Investing in companies within the crude petroleum & natural gas industry involves exposure to commodity price fluctuations and geopolitical risks, which may affect the financial performance of Woodside Energy Group Ltd.
Market competition and technological advancements in the energy sector could impact Woodside Energy Group Ltd's market position and competitive edge, influencing its long-term growth trajectory.

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 Wednesday, April 10, 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

Should I buy or sell Woodside Energy Group stock right now?: 3 Wall Street equities research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Woodside Energy Group in the last twelve months. There are currently 2 sell ratings and 1 buy rating for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street equities research analysts is that investors should "reduce" WDS shares.
View WDS analyst ratings or view top-rated stocks.
How have WDS shares performed in 2024?: Woodside Energy Group's stock was trading at $21.09 at the beginning of 2024. Since then, WDS shares have decreased by 14.7% and is now trading at $17.98.
View the best growth stocks for 2024 here.
Are investors shorting Woodside Energy Group?: Woodside Energy Group saw a increase in short interest during the month of April. As of April 15th, there was short interest totaling 2,050,000 shares, an increase of 41.4% from the March 31st total of 1,450,000 shares. Based on an average trading volume of 964,100 shares, the days-to-cover ratio is presently 2.1 days.
View Woodside Energy Group's Short Interest.
When is Woodside Energy Group's next earnings date?: The company is scheduled to release its next quarterly earnings announcement on Tuesday, May 28th 2024.
View our WDS earnings forecast.

How often does Woodside Energy Group pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for Woodside Energy Group?: Woodside Energy Group declared a semi-annual dividend on Tuesday, February 27th. Investors of record on Friday, March 8th will be paid a dividend of $0.60 per share on Thursday, April 4th. This represents a dividend yield of 7%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Thursday, March 7th.
Read our dividend analysis for WDS.
Is Woodside Energy Group a good dividend stock?: Woodside Energy Group (NYSE:WDS) pays an annual dividend of $1.16 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 6.64%. WDS has a dividend yield higher than 75% of all dividend-paying stocks, making it a leading dividend payer.
Read our dividend analysis for WDS.
Who are Woodside Energy Group's major shareholders?: Woodside Energy Group's stock is owned by many different retail and institutional investors. Top institutional investors include Raymond James & Associates (0.05%), Nichols & Pratt Advisers LLP MA (0.00%), XY Capital Ltd (0.00%), Hourglass Capital LLC (0.00%), MADDEN SECURITIES Corp (0.00%) and First Trust Direct Indexing L.P. (0.00%). Insiders that own company stock include Marguerite (Meg) O'Neil and Marguerite (Meg) O'Neil.
View institutional ownership trends.
How do I buy shares of Woodside Energy Group?: Shares of WDS stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services.
Compare Top Brokerages Here.

This page (NYSE:WDS) was last updated on 5/4/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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