BofA Lifts APA PT to $30 amid Updated U.S. Energy Sector Outlook

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BofA Lifts APA PT to $30 amid Updated U.S. Energy Sector Outlook

On April 27, BofA raised its price recommendation on APA Corporation (NASDAQ:APA) to $30 from $27. It reiterated an Underperform rating on the stock. The analyst said the firm is updating its price targets for U.S. oil and gas companies under its coverage. BofA believes the market is positioned for de-escalation, though it still sees a forward outlook shaped by flare-ups and elevated geopolitical risks.

On April 22, Scotiabank raised its price goal on APA to $36 from $26. It kept a Sector Perform rating on the shares. The analyst said the firm is updating its price targets for U.S. integrated oil, refining, and large-cap E&P companies under its coverage. Scotiabank said its view on the sector remains mixed. The firm is generally above consensus earnings estimates for the E&P peer group but below consensus for independent refiners. Looking beyond the current quarter, the firm expects investors to focus on whether the recent turmoil in oil markets could lead to changes in industry activity in 2026 and beyond.

APA Corporation (NASDAQ:APA) is an independent energy company. The company owns subsidiaries that explore for and produce oil and natural gas in the United States, Egypt, and the United Kingdom. It also explores for oil and natural gas offshore Suriname.

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