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Why Questerre Energy Corporation stock is rising today

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Questerre Energy Corporation is seeing a significant rise in its stock price, thanks to positive developments in its operations.

Today, Questerre's stock is up by 3.85% as investors respond favorably to recent operational highlights and strategic advancements. The company has made notable progress in its Brazilian operations, which are boosting its overall financial health.

Investor takeaway: Keep an eye on Questerre's developments, especially in Brazil, as these could lead to sustained growth and profitability in the upcoming quarters.

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Questerre Energy Corporation

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$0.01 (-3.33%)
120 day period
$0.23$0.29$0.35Mar 26Jun 23Sep 18

Market cap

$135.83M

52W high

$0.37

52W low

$0.23

1W change

+3.45%

Beta

-0.43

Analyst Price Targets

Based on analyst covering QEC · as of Sep 17, 2026

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Wall Street analysts forecast QEC stock price to rise 100.0% over the next 12 months.

Consensus

Bullish

Based on avg. target vs last close (formal rating unavailable for Canadian listings)

Avg. Target

C$0.60

+100.0% Upside

Current Price

C$0.30

Last close

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Targets are snapshotted when they change. Unchanged figures keep their original date. Not financial advice.

Wealth Awesome Price Forecast

WA Model

Statistical 90-day price range based on QEC's historical volatility

HistoricalForecast68%95%
C$0.12C$0.29C$0.46C$0.63C$0.80C$0.96TodayMay 8Jul 15Sep 18Oct 31Dec 14Jan 26

30-Day Vol

84.3%

Annualized

90-Day Vol

78.9%

Annualized

Trend (90d)

+45.9%

Annualized drift

90d Mean

C$0.34

Expected price

HorizonExpected68% Range (1σ)
30 trading daysC$0.31C$0.23C$0.41
60 trading daysC$0.32C$0.21C$0.49
90 trading daysC$0.34C$0.21C$0.57

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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Questerre Energy's stock rises by 3.85%

With a market cap of CA$104 million, Questerre's recent performance shows strong investor confidence in its operational turnaround strategies.

Bull case

Questerre's successful testing of its HCCO oil-shale refining technology and the positive cash flow from its Brazilian operation indicate promising potential for future growth and increased profitability.

Bear case

However, the emergency shutdown of a refinery due to a furnace failure presents risks to production levels and could affect short-term revenue, highlighting some operational vulnerabilities.

Operational Advancements Boost Investor Confidence

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Questerre's recent Q2 earnings call showcased the success of its Brazilian operation, which reported record quarterly profits and positive cash flow. The company aims for over CAD 30 million in annual EBITDA cash flow from this operation, which is crucial for its growth strategy. CEO Michael Binnion stressed the importance of maintaining production volumes and expanding market opportunities.

Challenges Ahead: Emergency Shutdown

Despite the good news, Questerre faces challenges due to a furnace failure that caused an emergency refinery shutdown. This incident is expected to lead to about three weeks of lost production and roughly CAD 7 million in lost revenue. However, the company believes that repairs will restore output and may even enhance production capacity in the near future.

Strategic Focus on Technology and Partnerships

Questerre is advancing its HCCO oil-shale refining technology, which could give the company a competitive edge in the energy market. The firm is also looking into strategic partnerships for individual projects, which may improve its operational capabilities and market reach. This focus on technology and partnerships is key to Questerre's long-term growth strategy.

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Published: August 17, 2026
Last Updated: August 17, 2026
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