Chevron (CVX) is facing a critical earnings release on January 30, with analysts projecting an Earnings ESP of -8.28% and expecting a year-over-year earnings decline, despite the company historically beating estimates in three of the last four quarters.
- Valuation remains highly contested; while P/E metrics suggest the stock is overvalued, DCF analysis suggests a significant 48.9% undervaluation, setting the intrinsic value at $326.01.
- Analyst price targets reflect divided sentiment, ranging from $165 (Sell) to $189 (Buy), while options traders are positioning for a $150-$210 price range over three months.
- The stock closed on January 23 at $166.69 and traded slightly higher after hours at $167.00 (+0.19%).