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APA·APA Corporation

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-. (-.%)
High
$37.40
Open
$36.38
Market Cap
13.26B
52W High
$45.66
Low
$35.60
P. Close
$37.50
P/E
8.65
52W Low
$16.25
Fwd P/E
8.88
Mean Target
$42.46
Technical Score (1D)
59
BUY
News Sentiment
81
BULLISH
APA Corp is showing strong growth momentum, with a reported 30% Earnings Per Share expansion. This robust performance is supported by a perfect technical score, indicating favorable charting conditions and a potential breakout setup amid price consolidation. These factors suggest an attractive environment for growth-oriented traders. Investors should watch for confirmation of this breakout pattern in the coming days.
Earnings Summary
APA Corporation is an independent energy producer engaged in the exploration, development, and extraction of oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids, with primary operations in the United States, Egypt, and the North Sea, alongside exploration activities in Suriname and other international locations. Operating within the Energy sector, specifically the Oil & Gas E&P industry, APA's performance is intrinsically linked to global energy prices and production dynamics. In its most recent reported quarters, APA demonstrated a mixed earnings performance. For Q1 2026, the company reported an Earnings Per Share (EPS) of $1.38 against an estimate of $1.14, and revenue of $2.215 billion, closely matching the estimate of $2.216 billion. This followed a Q4 2025 where actual EPS was $0.91, exceeding the estimate of $0.65, with revenue of $1.978 billion slightly surpassing the estimate of $1.876 billion. Prior to this, Q3 2025 saw actual EPS of $0.93 against an estimate of $0.79, with revenue at $2.018 billion, and Q2 2025 reported actual EPS of $0.87 against an estimate of $0.48, with revenue at $2.612 billion. The company has shown a pattern of beating EPS estimates in its last four reported quarters, indicating a consistent ability to outperform analyst expectations. Revenue trends have been more variable, with Q3 2025 revenue showing a decrease compared to Q2 2025, though Q1 2026 revenue saw an increase from Q4 2025. Recent news highlights APA Corporation's strong growth momentum, with a reported 30% EPS expansion and positive technical indicators, though shares have also experienced declines influenced by falling crude oil prices and broader market downturns. Morgan Stanley maintained an Underweight rating but raised its price target, suggesting a cautiously optimistic view on valuation. Investors should watch for continued investment and production growth in regions like Alaska, which could impact regional energy supply, and monitor geopolitical developments affecting oil prices. Key will be APA's ability to maintain its EPS beat streak and navigate the volatility of commodity prices in the upcoming quarters, alongside analyst sentiment and any impact from broader technological advancements like AI-driven demand.

EPS

EstBeatMiss
$0.25$0.76$1.26$1.76$2.27Q1'25Q2'25Q3'25Q4'25Q1'26Q2'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q2'26$2.04 - -
Q1'26$1.14$1.38+20.9%
Q4'25$0.65$0.91+40.4%
Q3'25$0.79$0.93+17.6%
Q2'25$0.48$0.87+79.5%
Q1'25$0.82$1.06+29.2%

Revenue

EstBeatMiss
$1.8B$2.0B$2.2B$2.5B$2.7BQ1'25Q2'25Q3'25Q4'25Q1'26Q2'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q2'26$2.5B - -
Q1'26$2.2B$2.2B-0.1%
Q4'25$1.9B$2.0B+5.4%
Q3'25 - $2.0B -
Q2'25 - $2.6B -
Q1'25 - $2.6B -
Full Earnings BreakdownEstimates, actuals, guidance, and historical context
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Market Data

APA Stock Snapshot

APA is currently trading at $37.15, giving APA Corporation a market cap of 13.26B and a P/E ratio of 8.7. Today's range spans $35.60–$37.40, with shares opening at $36.38 and moving down $0.35 (0.9%) from the prior close. DailyIQ's technical score sits at 59/100 (HOLD) with a news sentiment reading of 81/100.

Over the past year APA has traded between $16.25 and $45.66 - the current price is +128.6% off the 52-week low and -18.6% from the high. 34 analysts cover the stock with a Hold consensus and a mean 12-month target of $42.46 (range $32.00–$62.00), implying upside of +14.3%.

The technical picture for APA is mixed - score 59/100, HOLD, with the stock at $37.15 (in the upper portion of its 52-week range) and sentiment bullish at 81/100. For a large-cap in Energy with 13.26B in capitalization The current P/E ratio stands at 8.7., this is a fairly common pre-earnings or pre-macro-event posture. Annual range: $16.25–$45.66. Neutral signals at this size often resolve sharply once a catalyst provides directional conviction.

Portfolio construction in Energy often uses large-cap names like APA as tactical swing positions during neutral phases: cheap enough to overweight, liquid enough to exit quickly, and large enough to provide meaningful sector beta. The current 59/100 (HOLD) at $37.15 (in the upper portion of its 52-week range) and bullish sentiment (81/100) frame the position as a catalyst play within the $16.25–$45.66 annual range rather than a directional bet.