Baytex Energy Corp has seen a modest uptick in its stock price amidst a fluctuating oil market.
This week, Baytex Energy Corp (BTE.TO) experienced a slight increase in its stock price, closing at C$6.74, which represents a 0.93% gain for the day and a 0.31% increase over the past week. Despite this positive movement, the stock has faced challenges in the past month, reflecting a 6.48% decline. Year-to-date, however, Baytex has shown a robust performance with a 42.95% increase.
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Baytex Energy Corp
BTE.TO
BTE.TO
Baytex Energy Corp
WealthAwesomeMarket cap
$4.50B
Div. yield
1.42%
Div. / share
$0.09
52W high
$7.32
52W low
$3.02
1W change
+0.31%
Beta
0.57
Analyst Price Targets
Based on analyst covering BTE · as of Oct 2, 2026
Wall Street analysts forecast BTE stock price to rise 23.3% over the next 12 months.
Consensus
BullishBased on avg. target vs last close (formal rating unavailable for Canadian listings)
Avg. Target
C$8.00
+23.3% Upside
Previously C$7.92 on Sep 21, 2026
Current Price
C$6.49
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
32.4%
Annualized
90-Day Vol
41.0%
Annualized
Trend (90d)
+50.0%
Annualized drift
90d Mean
C$7.76
Expected price
| Horizon | Expected | 68% Range (1σ) |
|---|---|---|
| 30 trading days | C$6.89 | C$6.16 – C$7.70 |
| 60 trading days | C$7.31 | C$6.24 – C$8.56 |
| 90 trading days | C$7.76 | C$6.39 – C$9.42 |
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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Investor takeaway: Investors should consider the current market dynamics affecting Baytex Energy, particularly the fluctuations in oil prices and overall sector performance. While the stock's recent performance has been favorable, the fundamentals suggest caution due to negative profit margins and return on equity.
Baytex Energy Corp's Stock Performance
The stock closed at C$6.74, with a year-to-date increase of 42.95%.
Bull case
Analysts are optimistic about Baytex Energy, with an average target price of C$8.00. This reflects confidence in the company's growth potential, supported by its strong year-to-date performance and the ongoing recovery in the oil market, which could lead to better profitability.
Bear case
On the downside, Baytex Energy's negative profit margin of 42.9% and return on equity of -8.8% raise concerns about its financial health. Additionally, the stock's recent decline over the past month and lower trading volume compared to the average suggest that investor interest may be waning.
Recent Price Action
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Baytex Energy Corp's stock closed at C$6.74, reflecting a 0.93% increase for the day and a modest 0.31% gain over the past week. The stock has, however, faced a 6.48% decline over the last month. Investors have seen a strong year-to-date performance with an increase of 42.95%, indicating resilience in a fluctuating market.
Company News and Market Sentiment
Recent headlines indicate that investors are revisiting oil stocks like Baytex as concerns about supply have lifted crude prices. Articles have pointed to the potential undervaluation of Baytex Energy, suggesting that the stock may be positioned for recovery as oil prices stabilize. Despite a recent pullback in price, the overall sentiment remains cautiously optimistic, with analysts maintaining a bullish outlook.
Technical Picture
Baytex Energy is trading above its 50-day moving average of C$6.41, which is 5.1% higher than its current price, and significantly above its 200-day moving average of C$5.80, representing a 16.2% increase. The stock has a 52-week range of C$3.02 to C$7.32, currently sitting at 87% of that range. With a beta of 0.57, Baytex appears less volatile compared to the broader market. However, the trading volume has been lower than the 20-day average, with the latest volume at 2,380,829 shares, only 0.75 times the average.
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