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Upturn Advisory Summary
02/20/2025: IMO (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -14.49% | Avg. Invested days 41 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 35.64B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 11.01 | 1Y Target Price 62.16 |
Price to earnings Ratio 11.01 | 1Y Target Price 62.16 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 548562 | Beta 1.77 | 52 Weeks Range 59.76 - 79.71 | Updated Date 02/21/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 59.76 - 79.71 | Updated Date 02/21/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 2.86% | Basic EPS (TTM) 6.34 |
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-01-31 | When Before Market | Estimate 2.1779 | Actual 1.696 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 9.3% | Operating Margin (TTM) 13.18% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 9.3% | Return on Equity (TTM) 20.97% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 11.01 | Forward PE 14.03 | Enterprise Value 37707598649 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.69 |
Enterprise Value 37707598649 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.69 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.1 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 6.5 | Shares Outstanding 509044992 | Shares Floating 154617317 |
Shares Outstanding 509044992 | Shares Floating 154617317 | ||
Percent Insiders 73.3 | Percent Institutions 26 |
AI Summary
Imperial Oil Ltd: A Comprehensive Overview
Company Profile:
History:
Imperial Oil Limited (IMO) is a Canadian integrated oil company established in 1880. Its initial focus was kerosene production, but it quickly expanded into petroleum refining, exploration, and production. In 1999, ExxonMobil acquired a majority stake in the company, making it a subsidiary. Today, Imperial Oil remains a leading player in the Canadian oil and gas industry.
Core Business Areas:
- Upstream: Exploration and production of crude oil and natural gas in Canada's Western Sedimentary Basin.
- Downstream: Refining crude oil into petroleum products such as gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel.
- Chemicals: Production of petrochemicals such as polyethylene and polypropylene.
- Retail: Operation of Esso and Mobil gas stations across Canada.
Leadership and Corporate Structure:
Imperial Oil is led by CEO Brad Corson, supported by a management team with expertise in various areas of the oil and gas industry. The company operates under a board of directors responsible for corporate governance.
Top Products and Market Share:
Top Products:
- Esso gasoline
- Mobil gasoline
- Synergy diesel
- Aviation fuels
- Petrochemicals
Market Share:
- Largest refiner in Canada with a 17% market share.
- Leading provider of retail gasoline with over 1,700 Esso and Mobil stations.
- Significant presence in Western Canada's oil and gas production.
Product Performance and Market Reception:
Imperial Oil's products consistently rank high in customer satisfaction surveys. The company invests heavily in its retail network and product quality, leading to strong brand loyalty. However, Imperial Oil faces competition from other major oil companies in Canada, including Shell, Suncor, and BP.
Total Addressable Market:
The global oil and gas market is vast, with an estimated value of over $3 trillion. The Canadian oil and gas market is smaller but still significant, with estimates placing its value at nearly $100 billion.
Financial Performance:
Recent Financial Statements:
- 2022 Revenue: $47.3 billion
- 2022 Net Income: $8.2 billion
- 2022 Profit Margin: 17.4%
- 2022 Earnings Per Share (EPS): $7.57
Year-over-Year Comparison:
2022 saw a significant increase in revenue and net income compared to the previous year, driven by higher oil and gas prices. However, profit margins declined slightly due to rising operating costs.
Cash Flow and Balance Sheet Health:
Imperial Oil maintained a strong cash flow position and healthy balance sheet in 2022. The company has low debt levels and ample liquidity.
Dividends and Shareholder returns:
Dividend History:
Imperial Oil has a long history of paying dividends, with a current annual dividend yield of approximately 3.2%. The company has increased its dividend payout in recent years.
Shareholder Returns:
Over the past five years, Imperial Oil's total shareholder return has been approximately 40%. This compares favorably to the S&P 500 over the same period.
Growth Trajectory:
Historical Growth:
Imperial Oil has experienced steady growth in recent years, driven by strong oil and gas prices and increased production.
Future Projections:
Company guidance and industry forecasts suggest continued growth in production and earnings for the company. However, future growth will depend on various factors, including oil and gas prices, economic conditions, and government regulations.
Market Dynamics:
The oil and gas industry is subject to various factors, including:
- Supply and demand: Global oil and gas demand remains high, but supplies are constrained by geopolitical events and production limitations.
- Technological advancements: The industry is undergoing substantial technological changes, such as the development of renewable energy sources and carbon capture technologies.
- Environmental regulations: Governments worldwide are implementing stricter environmental regulations aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Imperial Oil is actively investing in technologies and strategies to adapt to these changing market dynamics and maintain its competitive position.
Competitors:
Key Competitors:
- Suncor Energy (SU)
- Canadian Natural Resources (CNQ)
- Cenovus Energy (CVE)
- Shell Canada (RDS.A)
About Imperial Oil Ltd
Exchange NYSE MKT | Headquaters Calgary, AB, Canada | ||
IPO Launch date 1986-07-16 | Chairman, President & CEO Mr. Bradley William Corson BS | ||
Sector Energy | Industry Oil & Gas Integrated | Full time employees 5100 | Website https://www.imperialoil.ca |
Full time employees 5100 | Website https://www.imperialoil.ca |
Imperial Oil Limited engages in exploration, production, and sale of crude oil and natural gas in Canada. The company operates through three segments: Upstream, Downstream and Chemical segments. The Upstream segment explores and produces crude oil, natural gas, synthetic crude oil, and bitumen. The Downstream segment transports and refines crude oil, blends refined products, and distributes and markets of refined products. It transports crude oil production and third-party crude oil to refineries by contracted pipelines, common carrier pipelines, and rail; owns and operates refineries; maintains a distribution system to move petroleum products to market by pipeline, tanker, rail, and road transport; owns and operates fuel terminals, natural gas liquids, and products pipelines in Alberta, Manitoba, and Ontario; markets petroleum products under the Esso and Mobil brand names; and sells petroleum products, including fuel, asphalt, and lubricants to industrial and transportation customers, independent marketers, resellers, and other refiners, as well as the agriculture, residential heating, and commercial markets through branded fuel and lubricant resellers. The Chemical segment manufactures and markets benzene, aromatic and aliphatic solvents, plasticizer intermediates, and polyethylene resin; and markets refinery grade propylene. The company was incorporated in 1880 and is headquartered in Calgary, Canada. Imperial Oil Limited is a subsidiary of Exxon Mobil Corporation.
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