Devon Energy’s (DVN, $29.81) shares soar after announcing Canadian asset sales
Shares of Devon Energy soared as much as 15% to its highest in three months, after the company announced the sale of its Canadian and Barnett Shale assets and raised its dividend.
Analysts are divided in their opinions regarding the exact value of the Canadian asset sales. Some think they could sell for $3.5 - $5 billion, while others think they could sell even higher at $7 - $9 billion.
However, analysts are also not certain how resourceful these divestments are going to be in the long run. This uncertainly is due the fact that Alberta is currently facing forced production curbs designed to draw down a crude oil glut, coupled with a lack of long-term pipeline takeaway capacity in western Canada.
Canadian oil sands companies like Imperial Oil, Canadian Natural, Husky Energy, and Suncor Energy are the usual suspects according to analysts to make purchases of DVN’s assets. But DVN's preference for cash to pay down debt may make a Husky an uncertain buyer.
IMO could also be a likely buyer since DVN’s assets could help it improve heavy oil prices.
DVN's RSI Indicator stoops into oversold zone
The RSI Oscillator for DVN moved into overbought territory on October 28, 2024. Be on the watch for a price drop or consolidation in the future -- when this happens, think about selling the stock or exploring put options.
Technical Analysis (Indicators)
Bullish Trend Analysis
The Stochastic Oscillator shows that the ticker has stayed in the oversold zone for 7 days. The price of this ticker is presumed to bounce back soon, since the longer the ticker stays in the oversold zone, the more promptly an upward trend is expected.
Following a 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where DVN advanced for three days, in of 324 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
DVN may jump back above the lower band and head toward the middle band. Traders may consider buying the stock or exploring call options.
Bearish Trend Analysis
The Momentum Indicator moved below the 0 level on October 17, 2024. You may want to consider selling the stock, shorting the stock, or exploring put options on DVN as a result. In of 89 cases where the Momentum Indicator fell below 0, the stock fell further within the subsequent month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
The Moving Average Convergence Divergence Histogram (MACD) for DVN turned negative on October 18, 2024. This could be a sign that the stock is set to turn lower in the coming weeks. Traders may want to sell the stock or buy put options. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor looked at 42 similar instances when the indicator turned negative. In of the 42 cases the stock turned lower in the days that followed. This puts the odds of success at .
DVN moved below its 50-day moving average on October 15, 2024 date and that indicates a change from an upward trend to a downward trend.
The 10-day moving average for DVN crossed bearishly below the 50-day moving average on October 17, 2024. This indicates that the trend has shifted lower and could be considered a sell signal. In of 16 past instances when the 10-day crossed below the 50-day, the stock continued to move higher over the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where DVN declined for three days, the price rose further in of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
The Aroon Indicator for DVN entered a downward trend on October 07, 2024. This could indicate a strong downward move is ahead for the stock. Traders may want to consider selling the stock or buying put options.
The Tickeron SMR rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating strong sales and a profitable business model. SMR (Sales, Margin, Return on Equity) rating is based on comparative analysis of weighted Sales, Income Margin and Return on Equity values compared against S&P 500 index constituents. The weighted SMR value is a proprietary formula developed by Tickeron and represents an overall profitability measure for a stock.
The Tickeron Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating well-balanced risk and returns. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 75, placing this stock slightly better than average.
The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to consistent earnings growth. The PE Growth rating is based on a comparative analysis of stock PE ratio increase over the last 12 months compared against S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating fairly steady price growth. DVN’s price grows at a lower rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron Seasonality Score of (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is slightly overvalued in the industry. The Tickeron Seasonality score describes the variance of predictable price changes around the same period every calendar year. These changes can be tied to a specific month, quarter, holiday or vacation period, as well as a meteorological or growing season.
The Tickeron Valuation Rating of (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is significantly overvalued in the industry. This rating compares market capitalization estimated by our proprietary formula with the current market capitalization. This rating is based on the following metrics, as compared to industry averages: P/B Ratio (2.682) is normal, around the industry mean (5.175). P/E Ratio (8.724) is within average values for comparable stocks, (19.495). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (1.692) is also within normal values, averaging (5.525). Dividend Yield (0.047) settles around the average of (0.085) among similar stocks. P/S Ratio (2.144) is also within normal values, averaging (153.585).
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