Canadian Natural Resources Ltd (CNQ.TO) has seen some fluctuations in its stock price this week amidst changing oil prices.
As of Thursday, Canadian Natural Resources Ltd (CNQ.TO) closed at C$70.38, reflecting a slight increase of 1.05% for the day but a decrease of 1.03% over the past week. The stock has shown impressive growth of 50.49% year-to-date, a testament to its resilience in the energy sector.
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Canadian Natural Resources Ltd
CNQ.TO
CNQ.TO
Canadian Natural Resources Ltd
WealthAwesomeMarket cap
$140.31B
P/E
12.1x
Div. yield
3.62%
Div. / share
$2.42
52W high
$72.08
52W low
$39.97
1W change
+0.35%
Beta
0.88
Analyst Price Targets
Based on analyst covering CNQ · as of Sep 30, 2026
Wall Street analysts forecast CNQ stock price to rise 6.6% over the next 12 months.
Consensus
Moderately BullishBased on avg. target vs last close (formal rating unavailable for Canadian listings)
Avg. Target
C$72.57
+6.6% Upside
Previously C$72.86 on Sep 28, 2026
Current Price
C$68.06
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 CNQ's historical volatility
30-Day Vol
24.8%
Annualized
90-Day Vol
29.7%
Annualized
Trend (90d)
+50.0%
Annualized drift
90d Mean
C$81.37
Expected price
| Horizon | Expected | 68% Range (1σ) |
|---|---|---|
| 30 trading days | C$72.23 | C$66.31 – C$78.69 |
| 60 trading days | C$76.66 | C$67.93 – C$86.52 |
| 90 trading days | C$81.37 | C$70.16 – C$94.36 |
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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Investor takeaway: Investors should consider the recent price movements alongside the technical indicators and market conditions. With higher volatility in oil prices impacting the energy sector, it's essential to monitor how these factors play into Canadian Natural Resources' performance.
C$70.38 Close and 50.49% YTD Growth
With a market cap of C$146.18 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of approximately 12.62, Canadian Natural Resources Ltd presents a compelling investment opportunity, particularly in the context of rising oil prices.
Bull case
The company enjoys a strong profit margin of 26.3% and a solid return on equity (ROE) of 26.7%. These fundamentals, along with its strong year-to-date performance, position CNQ well for potential growth.
Bear case
Despite its solid fundamentals, the stock's beta of 0.88 suggests it has lower volatility compared to the market, which might mean it doesn’t respond as sharply to market movements. Additionally, the recent decline in stock price over the week could indicate cautious sentiment among investors.
Recent Price Action
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Canadian Natural Resources Ltd (CNQ.TO) closed at C$70.38, marking a daily increase of 1.05%. However, the stock has experienced a slight decline of 1.03% over the past week. Year-to-date, CNQ has impressively risen by 50.49%, reflecting strong performance in the energy sector.
Catalysts Behind the Movement
Recent headlines indicate that oil prices are climbing, which could be influencing investor sentiment towards energy stocks like Canadian Natural Resources. The recent news of oil stocks hitting new highs following U.S. actions in the Strait of Hormuz may have also contributed to the increased interest in CNQ.
Technical Picture
From a technical standpoint, CNQ is trading significantly above its 50-day moving average (C$64.47) by 9.2% and its 200-day moving average (C$58.95) by 19.4%. The stock has a 52-week range of C$40.33 to C$72.29, indicating it is currently trading at 94% of its range. With a beta of 0.88, CNQ shows lower volatility compared to the broader market, while the recent trading volume of 7,709,612 shares is approximately 1.94 times its 20-day average volume of 15,578,618 shares.
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