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BP PLC ADR (BP)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
04/01/2025: BP (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
AI Based Fundamental Rating
Moderate Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, typically align with the market average, offering steady but unremarkable returns.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -11.58% | Avg. Invested days 44 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 04/01/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 87.36B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 241.5 | 1Y Target Price 37.86 |
Price to earnings Ratio 241.5 | 1Y Target Price 37.86 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 11641232 | Beta 0.46 | 52 Weeks Range 27.43 - 38.21 | Updated Date 04/1/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 27.43 - 38.21 | Updated Date 04/1/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 5.68% | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.14 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 0.2% | Operating Margin (TTM) -5.09% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 2.32% | Return on Equity (TTM) 1.5% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 241.5 | Forward PE 10.45 | Enterprise Value 582118735872 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.47 |
Enterprise Value 582118735872 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.47 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.66 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 4.45 | Shares Outstanding 2579970048 | Shares Floating 15329158835 |
Shares Outstanding 2579970048 | Shares Floating 15329158835 | ||
Percent Insiders - | Percent Institutions 11.58 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 3.82 | Target Price 37.38 | Buy 4 | Strong Buy 5 |
Buy 4 | Strong Buy 5 | ||
Hold 8 | Sell - | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
BP PLC ADR
Company Overview
History and Background
BP PLC ADR (formerly British Petroleum) was founded in 1909 as the Anglo-Persian Oil Company. It evolved through acquisitions and strategic shifts, becoming a global energy giant with a focus on oil, gas, and increasingly, renewable energy.
Core Business Areas
- Gas & Low Carbon Energy: Includes gas and power activities, integrated energy solutions, and investments in hydrogen and carbon capture.
- Oil Production & Operations: Focuses on upstream oil and gas exploration, development, and production.
- Customers & Products: Encompasses refining, marketing, and supply of oil products, as well as convenience retail and electric vehicle charging.
Leadership and Structure
Bernard Looney is the CEO. The company operates with a global organizational structure, segmented by business areas and supported by functional teams.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Crude Oil: BP produces and trades crude oil globally. Market share varies regionally but is a significant player globally; competes with ExxonMobil, Shell, Saudi Aramco.
- Market Share (%): 5.3
- Market Share (%): 3.1
- Natural Gas: BP is a major producer and supplier of natural gas. Competes with Gazprom, QatarEnergy, and Shell.
- Market Share (%): 4.7
- Refined Products (Gasoline, Diesel, Jet Fuel): BP refines and distributes various petroleum products. Competes with Valero, Marathon Petroleum, and ExxonMobil.
- Market Share (%): 0.9
- Renewable Energy (Solar, Wind): BP is investing heavily in renewable energy projects. Competes with NextEra Energy, Orsted, and Iberdrola. Exact revenue data not public but BP aims for 50GW net generating capacity by 2030.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The energy industry is undergoing a transition towards cleaner energy sources, driven by environmental concerns and government regulations. Demand for oil and gas remains significant, but renewable energy is growing rapidly.
Positioning
BP is transitioning from an international oil company to an integrated energy company, investing in renewable energy while maintaining its core oil and gas business. It faces challenges in balancing shareholder returns with decarbonization goals.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global energy market is trillions of dollars. BP is positioned to capture a significant share of both the traditional oil & gas market and the growing renewable energy market. The TAM is difficult to assess precisely given the transition occurring.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Global presence and integrated operations
- Strong brand recognition
- Significant investment in renewable energy
- Experienced management team
- Established infrastructure and distribution network
Weaknesses
- Reputation damage from past environmental incidents (e.g., Deepwater Horizon)
- Dependence on fossil fuels
- Exposure to volatile oil prices
- Complex organizational structure
- High debt levels
Opportunities
- Growing demand for renewable energy
- Government incentives for clean energy projects
- Expansion into emerging markets
- Technological advancements in renewable energy
- Strategic partnerships and acquisitions in the renewable sector
Threats
- Fluctuations in oil and gas prices
- Increasing competition from renewable energy companies
- Geopolitical risks and instability
- Stringent environmental regulations
- Shifting consumer preferences towards sustainable energy sources
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- XOM
- CVX
- RDS.A
- SHEL
- TTE
Competitive Landscape
BP faces competition from established oil and gas companies and emerging renewable energy providers. Its advantage lies in its integrated operations and global presence, while its disadvantages include reputation risks and high debt.
Major Acquisitions
Lightsource bp
- Year: 2017
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): Not Disclosed, partial acquisition
- Strategic Rationale: Lightsource bp is a global leader in the development and management of solar energy projects. This acquisition supports BP's commitment to growing its renewable energy portfolio.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: BP's growth has been influenced by oil and gas prices, strategic acquisitions, and investments in renewable energy.
Future Projections: Analyst projections vary, but generally anticipate moderate growth driven by renewable energy investments and stable oil and gas demand.
Recent Initiatives: BP is investing heavily in renewable energy projects, including solar, wind, and hydrogen, as well as expanding its electric vehicle charging network.
Summary
BP PLC ADR is a large, integrated energy company transitioning towards renewable energy, though it still heavily relies on oil and gas. Its brand and global presence are strengths, but past incidents impact its public image. Opportunities lie in the growing renewable energy sector, but volatile oil prices and regulatory pressures pose threats. BP is making moves to diversify its energy sources. However, financial performance depends on management of risks while trying to expand into new markets.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company website
- SEC filings
- Analyst reports
- News articles
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Investment decisions should be based on individual research and consultation with a financial advisor.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About BP PLC ADR
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters - | ||
IPO Launch date 1977-01-03 | CEO & Director Mr. Murray Auchincloss | ||
Sector Energy | Industry Oil & Gas Integrated | Full time employees 100500 | Website https://www.bp.com |
Full time employees 100500 | Website https://www.bp.com | ||
BP p.l.c., an integrated energy company, 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; gas trading; operation of solar and onshore and offshore wind power, as well as hydrogen and carbon capture, power trading, and storage facilities; trading and marketing of renewable and non-renewable power; and production of crude oil. The company is also involved in convenience and retail fuel, EV charging, Castrol lubricant, aviation, B2B, and midstream businesses; refining and oil trading; and bioenergy business. BP p.l.c. was founded in 1908 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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