15 Best American Energy Stocks to Buy According to Wall Street Analysts

7. Diversified Energy Company (NYSE:DEC)

Upside Potential as of April 10: 40.72%

Diversified Energy Company (NYSE:DEC) responsibly produces, transports, and markets primarily natural gas and natural gas liquids from existing assets in the United States.

On April 9, Truist lowered its price target on Diversified Energy Company (NYSE:DEC) from $22 to $20, but kept its ‘Buy’ rating on the shares.

The revision comes as part of a broader research note by the analyst firm, previewing the upcoming Q1 2026 results in the natural gas exploration and production sector. US natural gas prices soared by over 60% during the Winter Storm Fern earlier this year, which significantly dropped temperatures and raised the demand for fuel for heating. That said, Truist also noted that the volatility between first-of-month and daily prices also led to higher-than-expected hedge losses for some operators.

The share price of Diversified Energy Company (NYSE:DEC) has surged by over 12% since the beginning of 2026. However, the stock continues to be favored by Wall Street and is included among the 14 Best Energy Stocks to Buy According to Wall Street Analysts.