Baytex Energy Corp has seen its stock price rise by 6.6% this week, closing at C$7.27. This increase comes as interest in the energy sector grows, particularly in oil stocks, due to rising crude prices. Over the past month, the stock has gained 2.64%, and year-to-date, it has surged by 58.57%.
Investor takeaway: Keep an eye on Baytex Energy's performance in relation to the broader energy market and crude oil prices.
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Baytex Energy Corp
BTE.TO
BTE.TO
Baytex Energy Corp
WealthAwesomeMarket cap
$4.80B
Div. yield
1.33%
Div. / share
$0.09
52W high
$7.32
52W low
$3.02
1W change
+6.59%
Beta
0.86
Analyst Price Targets
Based on analyst covering BTE · as of Oct 14, 2026
Wall Street analysts forecast BTE stock price to rise 14.7% over the next 12 months.
Consensus
Moderately BullishBased on avg. target vs last close (formal rating unavailable for Canadian listings)
Avg. Target
C$8.17
+14.7% Upside
Previously C$8.08 on Oct 12, 2026
Current Price
C$7.12
Last close
Targets are snapshotted when they change. Unchanged figures keep their original date. Not financial advice.
Wealth Awesome Price Forecast
WA ModelStatistical 90-day price range based on BTE's historical volatility
30-Day Vol
32.9%
Annualized
90-Day Vol
41.3%
Annualized
Trend (90d)
+50.0%
Annualized drift
90d Mean
C$8.51
Expected price
| Horizon | Expected | 68% Range (1σ) |
|---|---|---|
| 30 trading days | C$7.56 | C$6.74 – C$8.47 |
| 60 trading days | C$8.02 | C$6.83 – C$9.42 |
| 90 trading days | C$8.51 | C$6.99 – C$10.36 |
Methodology: Range is calculated using 30-day realized volatility via geometric Brownian motion (log-normal model). 68% band = ±1σ, 95% band = ±2σ. This is a statistical model, not a prediction. Past volatility does not guarantee future results. Not financial advice.
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Last Close: C$7.27 with 1,032,914 Shares Traded
The latest trading volume was 1.04 times the 20-day average, indicating increased investor interest.
Bull case
This week’s stock performance reflects a positive sentiment in the energy sector. If oil prices continue to rise, Baytex Energy could see further gains.
Bear case
Despite the recent uptick, Baytex Energy faces challenges with its underlying fundamentals, including a negative profit margin and return on equity (ROE), which could be concerning for long-term investors.
Baytex Energy's Weekly Performance
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Baytex Energy Corp's stock price increased by 6.6% this week, closing at C$7.27. This rise is part of a broader trend in the energy sector, which has attracted renewed interest from investors due to climbing crude oil prices. Year-to-date, the stock is up 58.57%. Currently, it sits 11.5% above the 50-day moving average of C$6.52 and 23.3% above the 200-day moving average of C$5.90. The stock is trading at 99% of its 52-week range, which spans from C$3.02 to C$7.32.
Trading Volume Insights
The latest trading volume for Baytex Energy was 1,032,914 shares, which is 1.04 times the 20-day average of 4,876,547 shares. This uptick in volume suggests growing interest among investors, likely linked to the positive sentiment surrounding oil stocks amid rising crude prices. However, despite this week's gains, Baytex Energy has a profit margin of -42.9% and a return on equity (ROE) of -8.8%, indicating profitability challenges that investors should consider.
What to Watch Next
As Baytex Energy navigates the energy market, investors should monitor crude oil price movements and any developments that may affect the company's fundamentals. Analysts currently have an average target price of C$8.17, suggesting a potential upside of 12.3% from the last closing price. With the stock's recent performance, it will be important to see if investor sentiment remains strong and if any external factors could influence future price movements.
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