COP

ConocoPhillips COP logo

NYSE Energy

$114.72

+1.87 (+1.66%)

Updated: 7/17/2026, 8:55:00 PM

Open

$115.67

High

$116.25

Low

$112.10

Prev Close

$112.84

Volume

4.69M

Price History

Why Is COP ▲ Up Today?

+1.66%

ConocoPhillips Outperforms Sector Amidst Broad Energy Market Gains

ConocoPhillips (COP) saw its stock price rise by 1.66% today, closing at $114.72. This positive movement outpaced the energy sector's average gain of 0.72%, suggesting strong investor confidence within the broader energy market. The increase occurred on a volume of 4.69 million shares.

Key Drivers

Positive Sector Performance

ConocoPhillips benefited from a general upward trend in the energy sector today, outperforming the sector average.

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Jul 17 ▲ +1.7% ConocoPhillips Outperforms Sector Amidst Broad Energy Market Gains

Jul 16 ▲ +1.2% ConocoPhillips Outperforms Sector Amid Broader Energy Gains

Jul 15 ▼ -0.4% ConocoPhillips Dips Slightly Amid Broader Energy Sector Weakness

Jul 14 ▼ -0.5% ConocoPhillips Dips Slightly, Underperforming Broader Energy Sector

Jul 13 ▲ +3.5% ConocoPhillips Outperforms Sector Amidst Broad Energy Optimism

Jul 10 ▲ +0.9% ConocoPhillips Edges Higher Amid Broader Energy Sector Gains

Jul 9 ▼ -2.4% ConocoPhillips Shares Decline Amid Broader Energy Sector Weakness

Jul 8 ▲ +2.4% ConocoPhillips Rises, Outperforming Sector Amid Positive Energy Outlook

Jul 7 ▲ +4.6% ConocoPhillips Outperforms Sector Amidst Strong Energy Market Gains

Jul 6 ▼ -0.9% ConocoPhillips Dips Modestly, Underperforming Energy Sector

Jul 3 — +0.0% ConocoPhillips Shares Flat Amid Zero Trading Volume

Jul 2 ▲ +1.5% ConocoPhillips Outperforms Sector Amid Positive Energy Outlook

Jul 1 ▼ -0.7% ConocoPhillips Outperforms Sector Amid Modest Decline

Jun 30 ▼ -0.2% ConocoPhillips Dips Slightly, Outperforming Broader Energy Sector

Jun 29 ▼ -1.7% ConocoPhillips declines as oil prices fall amid supply concerns

Mar 31 ▲ +1.4% ConocoPhillips (COP) Rises Amidst Oil Price Surge

Mar 30 ▼ -0.4% ConocoPhillips (COP) Slightly Down Amidst Oil Sector Volatility

Mar 27 ▲ +0.3% ConocoPhillips (COP) Up Slightly Amidst Sector Tailwinds

Mar 26 ▲ +3.2% ConocoPhillips (COP) Rises on Oil Price Surge Amidst Middle East Tensions

Mar 25 ▼ -0.3% ConocoPhillips (COP) dips slightly despite positive sector trends

Mar 24 ▲ +0.8% ConocoPhillips (COP) Up Slightly Amidst Sector Volatility

Mar 23 ▲ +0.2% ConocoPhillips (COP) modestly up amid sector gains and rising oil prices

Mar 20 ▲ +0.9% ConocoPhillips (COP) Rises Amid Geopolitical Tensions and Oil Price Surge

Mar 19 ▲ +1.9% ConocoPhillips (COP) Rises Amid Energy Sector Rally

Mar 18 ▲ +0.6% ConocoPhillips (COP) Up Slightly Amidst Mixed Sector Performance

Mar 17 ▲ +1.3% ConocoPhillips (COP) Up Slightly Amidst Positive Sector Sentiment

Mar 16 ▼ -0.5% ConocoPhillips (COP) Down Slightly Despite Rising Oil Prices

Mar 13 ▲ +1.4% ConocoPhillips (COP) Up Amidst Oil Sector Surge

Mar 12 ▲ +2.8% ConocoPhillips (COP) Climbs on Oil Sector Optimism

Mar 11 ▲ +2.5% ConocoPhillips (COP) Up 2.52% Amidst Positive Sector Sentiment

Financial Highlights

Income Statement

Revenue

$59.79B

Gross Profit

$37.59B

62.9% margin

Operating Income

$13.38B

22.4% margin

Net Income

$8.85B

14.8% margin

EPS (Diluted)

$7.07

Balance Sheet

Total Assets

$122.47B

Total Liabilities

$57.55B

Stockholders' Equity

$64.92B

Cash Flow

Operating Cash Flow

$19.93B

Investing Activities

-$10.19B

Net Cash Flow

$77.0M

Highly Regarded Analysis

Updated Jul 17, 2026 • Refreshes daily

Rating

Highly Regarded

Risk

Medium

Target

$140.16

Type

Standard

Executive Summary

ConocoPhillips is a major American multinational corporation focused on hydrocarbon exploration and production (upstream), engaged in finding, developing, producing, transporting, and marketing crude oil, bitumen, natural gas, natural gas liquids, and liquefied natural gas (LNG) globally. The company recently reported first-quarter 2026 earnings that exceeded analyst estimates, despite a year-over-year decline in earnings due to lower production volumes and commodity prices, particularly for natural gas. ConocoPhillips maintains a strong financial position, emphasizing disciplined capital allocation, efficiency, and significant returns to shareholders.

Bull Case

Analysts have a consensus 'Buy' or 'Moderate Buy' rating for ConocoPhillips, with a strong positive sentiment. The company is positioned for long-term Free Cash Flow (FCF) growth due to its robust resource depth, asset quality, and focus on low-cost supply. Ongoing strategic investments in efficient operations and selective portfolio reshaping, combined with significant shareholder returns (45% of CFO), could drive stock appreciation. The surging U.S. LNG export capacity and increasing global energy demand are expected to be favorable for the oil and gas industry, benefiting ConocoPhillips.

Bear Case

ConocoPhillips faces potential headwinds from volatile commodity prices, particularly lower natural gas prices in regions like the Permian Basin, which have impacted recent earnings. Production challenges, including impacts from weather events and geopolitical conflicts (such as the Middle East conflict affecting Qatar production guidance), could lead to lower revenues. A decline in year-over-year quarterly revenue raises concerns about the company's growth trajectory. Furthermore, a relatively high debt-to-equity ratio could pose risks in a volatile market environment. The broader oil and gas industry also faces uncertainties from shifting energy policies and rising costs.

Technical Outlook

ConocoPhillips (COP) stock closed at $112.84 on July 16, 2026, marking a 1.24% increase for the day. The stock has shown a positive trend over the short to medium term, rising by 1.30% in the past week and 0.30% in the past month. Over the last year, COP has seen a significant increase of 22.11%. The 52-week trading range for COP is between $85.57 and $135.87, indicating that the current price is well above its annual low but below its high.

Fundamental Health

In Q1 2026, ConocoPhillips reported adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $1.89, surpassing the consensus estimate of $1.72. However, total Q1 2026 earnings of $2.2 billion represented a 21% decline from Q1 2025, primarily due to lower production and reduced realized prices. Revenue for the quarter was $16.05 billion, exceeding analyst expectations. Cash provided by operating activities stood at $4.3 billion, with adjusted cash from operations (CFO) reaching $5.4 billion. The company maintains a healthy dividend yield, approximately 2.92-2.98%, with a P/E ratio around 19. ConocoPhillips ended Q1 2026 with $6.7 billion in cash and short-term investments and a debt-to-equity ratio of 36.14%. They aim to return 45% of CFO to shareholders.

Key Catalysts

Fluctuations in global crude oil and natural gas prices.
Geopolitical developments, especially in major producing regions and their impact on global supply and company operations.
Successful execution of capital expenditure programs and efficiency initiatives aimed at optimizing production and reducing costs.
Growth in demand for natural gas and LNG exports, driven by industrial and power generation needs.
Company's commitment to shareholder returns through dividends and share repurchases.
Strategic acquisitions or dispositions that enhance or reshape the company's asset portfolio, such as the recent agreement with BP Energy Company of Kirkuk.

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This analysis was conducted by Highly Regarded's proprietary market analysis engine. It is not financial advice. Always do your own research and consult a financial advisor before making investment decisions.