California State Teachers Retirement System trimmed its position in shares of ExxonMobil Corporation (NYSE:XOM – Free Report) by 3.9% during the 1st quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund owned 4,890,283 shares of the oil and gas company’s stock after selling 199,685 shares during the quarter. ExxonMobil makes up about 0.9% of California State Teachers Retirement System’s investment portfolio, making the stock its 16th biggest position. California State Teachers Retirement System’s holdings in ExxonMobil were worth $829,685,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period.
Several other hedge funds also recently modified their holdings of the company. Portus Wealth Advisors LLC acquired a new position in shares of ExxonMobil in the 1st quarter worth approximately $36,000. Berbice Capital Management LLC acquired a new stake in ExxonMobil during the 4th quarter valued at $26,000. Midwest Capital Advisors LLC bought a new position in ExxonMobil in the 4th quarter valued at $27,000. E Fund Management Hong Kong Co. Ltd. raised its position in ExxonMobil by 456.1% in the 4th quarter. E Fund Management Hong Kong Co. Ltd. now owns 228 shares of the oil and gas company’s stock valued at $27,000 after purchasing an additional 187 shares during the last quarter. Finally, Atlantic Private Wealth LLC boosted its stake in ExxonMobil by 776.9% in the first quarter. Atlantic Private Wealth LLC now owns 228 shares of the oil and gas company’s stock worth $39,000 after purchasing an additional 202 shares in the last quarter. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 61.80% of the company’s stock.
Key Stories Impacting ExxonMobil
Here are the key news stories impacting ExxonMobil this week:
- Positive Sentiment: ExxonMobil’s July 31 earnings report could provide a catalyst, with expectations for higher quarterly profit and revenue. Analysts are focused on strong upstream performance and the possibility that elevated oil prices boosted cash generation. Exxon Mobil’s Next Earnings Report Could Send the Stock Soaring
- Positive Sentiment: The company’s long-term shareholder-return profile remains supportive: ExxonMobil has increased its dividend for 43 consecutive years and is pursuing a $20 billion annual share-repurchase program. The Single Biggest Reason to Buy Exxon Mobil Before July 31st
- Neutral Sentiment: Analysts remain moderately optimistic after ExxonMobil outperformed the broader market over the past year, but the stock’s premium valuation could limit new buying ahead of earnings. Are Wall Street Analysts Predicting ExxonMobil Stock Will Climb or Sink?
- Negative Sentiment: Bank of America downgraded XOM from Buy to Neutral, citing limited upside amid geopolitical uncertainty. Although its price target increased to $158, the target implies only modest appreciation from current levels, reducing near-term enthusiasm. Exxon Mobil Offers Limited Upside Potential, BofA Says in Downgrade
- Negative Sentiment: Broad energy-sector weakness is also weighing on ExxonMobil, while easing Middle East tensions have pressured oil prices and reduced expectations for an immediate windfall for producers. Sector Update: Energy Stocks Decline Late Afternoon
ExxonMobil Trading Down 1.0%
ExxonMobil (NYSE:XOM – Get Free Report) last posted its quarterly earnings results on Friday, May 1st. The oil and gas company reported $1.16 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.98 by $0.18. The business had revenue of $83.16 billion for the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $81.13 billion. ExxonMobil had a return on equity of 10.24% and a net margin of 7.57%.The firm’s quarterly revenue was up 2.4% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same quarter last year, the business earned $1.76 earnings per share. As a group, equities research analysts expect that ExxonMobil Corporation will post 11.55 EPS for the current year.
ExxonMobil Announces Dividend
The firm also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Wednesday, June 10th. Shareholders of record on Friday, May 15th were given a dividend of $1.03 per share. The ex-dividend date was Friday, May 15th. This represents a $4.12 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 2.7%. ExxonMobil’s dividend payout ratio is presently 69.48%.
Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades
XOM has been the topic of several research analyst reports. Piper Sandler initiated coverage on ExxonMobil in a report on Thursday, July 23rd. They set a “neutral” rating and a $158.00 target price on the stock. BNP Paribas Exane set a $165.00 price target on ExxonMobil and gave the company a “neutral” rating in a report on Friday, April 17th. Citigroup reiterated a “neutral” rating on shares of ExxonMobil in a research report on Wednesday, July 8th. Zacks Research lowered shares of ExxonMobil from a “strong-buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a report on Tuesday, May 26th. Finally, Scotiabank raised their price objective on shares of ExxonMobil from $128.00 to $163.00 and gave the company a “sector outperform” rating in a research report on Wednesday, April 22nd. One equities research analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, nine have given a Buy rating and twelve have issued a Hold rating to the company’s stock. Based on data from MarketBeat, the company presently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average price target of $163.45.
ExxonMobil Company Profile
ExxonMobil Corporation (NYSE: XOM) is an integrated oil and gas company engaged in the exploration, production, refining, distribution and marketing of petroleum products and the manufacture and sale of petrochemicals. Its operations span the full energy value chain, including upstream exploration and development of crude oil and natural gas; midstream transportation and storage; and downstream refining, product distribution and retail. The company also produces a broad range of chemical products for industrial and consumer applications.
ExxonMobil markets fuels and lubricants under well-known brands such as Exxon, Mobil and Esso, and its Mobil 1 motor oil is a prominent consumer product.
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