Morgan Stanley Remains Bullish on Antero Resources (AR)

​Antero Resources Corporation (NYSE:AR) is one of the Hot Growth Stocks to Invest in Right Now. On March 27, Morgan Stanley raised the price target on Antero Resources Corporation (NYSE:AR) from $46 to $54 and maintained a Buy rating on the stock.

​The firm noted that the oil prices and LNG and refining margins have gone to the highest levels since 2022, due to the conflict with Iran. The firm noted that even if the situation with Iran de-escalates, a quick return to old levels is unlikely.

​Morgan Stanley highlighted that, considering the market environment, they have revised the firm’s commodity price assumptions. The firm raised the 2026 WTI benchmark by 44%, NGL prices by 40%, and refining cracks by 35%. As a result, Morgan Stanley has raised 2026 EBITDA estimates by 40% and 2027 estimates by 23% across all North American energy companies under its coverage.

​Antero Resources Corporation (NYSE:AR) is a Colorado-based independent oil and natural gas company providing natural gas, natural gas liquids (NGLs), and oil properties. Incorporated in 2002, the company operates through three segments: Exploration and Production, Marketing, and Equity Method Investment in Antero Midstream.

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