Eurizon SLJ Capital Ltd purchased a new position in ExxonMobil Corporation (NYSE:XOM – Free Report) in the fourth quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The fund purchased 11,079 shares of the oil and gas company’s stock, valued at approximately $1,333,000.
A number of other institutional investors also recently added to or reduced their stakes in XOM. IF Advisors LLC acquired a new stake in ExxonMobil during the fourth quarter worth approximately $1,377,000. Coyle Financial Counsel LLC acquired a new stake in ExxonMobil during the fourth quarter worth approximately $221,000. Acorn Wealth Advisors LLC raised its holdings in ExxonMobil by 1.2% during the fourth quarter. Acorn Wealth Advisors LLC now owns 6,759 shares of the oil and gas company’s stock worth $813,000 after purchasing an additional 83 shares in the last quarter. Eurizon Capital SGR S.p.A. acquired a new stake in ExxonMobil during the fourth quarter worth approximately $95,871,000. Finally, Oppenheimer & Close LLC acquired a new stake in ExxonMobil during the fourth quarter worth approximately $212,000. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 61.80% of the company’s stock.
ExxonMobil Stock Performance
Shares of ExxonMobil stock opened at $145.42 on Friday. The firm’s fifty day simple moving average is $155.03 and its 200-day simple moving average is $140.15. The stock has a market capitalization of $602.75 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 24.52, a PEG ratio of 0.64 and a beta of 0.19. ExxonMobil Corporation has a 12 month low of $101.18 and a 12 month high of $176.41. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.13, a current ratio of 1.04 and a quick ratio of 0.77.
ExxonMobil Dividend Announcement
The firm also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Wednesday, June 10th. Stockholders of record on Friday, May 15th will be issued a $1.03 dividend. This represents a $4.12 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 2.8%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Friday, May 15th. ExxonMobil’s payout ratio is presently 69.48%.
Analyst Ratings Changes
A number of analysts have weighed in on XOM shares. BNP Paribas Exane set a $165.00 price objective on shares of ExxonMobil and gave the stock a “neutral” rating in a report on Friday, April 17th. HSBC raised their price objective on shares of ExxonMobil from $135.00 to $158.00 and gave the stock a “hold” rating in a report on Friday, March 20th. Sanford C. Bernstein cut their price objective on shares of ExxonMobil from $195.00 to $182.00 and set an “outperform” rating on the stock in a report on Monday, May 11th. Scotiabank raised their price objective on shares of ExxonMobil from $128.00 to $163.00 and gave the stock a “sector outperform” rating in a report on Wednesday, April 22nd. Finally, TD Cowen cut their price objective on shares of ExxonMobil from $175.00 to $172.00 and set a “buy” rating on the stock in a report on Friday, April 10th. Ten equities research analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and eleven have assigned a Hold rating to the company. According to MarketBeat, the company has a consensus rating of “Hold” and a consensus target price of $165.55.
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Key Stories Impacting ExxonMobil
Here are the key news stories impacting ExxonMobil this week:
- Positive Sentiment: Exxon executives warned that global oil inventories are nearing dangerously low levels, suggesting a potential price spike in crude if supply tightens further. That backdrop is supportive for ExxonMobil because higher oil prices can lift upstream earnings and cash flow. Exxon warns oil inventories will hit dangerously low levels in weeks, forcing prices to shoot higher
- Positive Sentiment: Mizuho raised its 2026 and 2027 oil price outlooks and lifted its price target on ExxonMobil, reinforcing a constructive view on the stock if energy prices stay firm. Mizuho Increases 2026 and 2027 Oil Price Outlooks, Lifts Exxon Mobil (XOM) Target
- Positive Sentiment: Exxon’s strong balance sheet was highlighted as a major advantage, giving the company flexibility to weather volatility, fund acquisitions, and sustain shareholder returns. Why ExxonMobil’s Strong Balance Sheet Matters for Investors
- Neutral Sentiment: Exxon remains a heavily watched stock, with new articles focusing on its long-term prospects, including Guyana growth plans and conference commentary. These pieces are informative but don’t add an immediate catalyst. Here is What to Know Beyond Why Exxon Mobil Corporation (XOM) is a Trending Stock
- Negative Sentiment: Energy shares moved lower late Friday as the broader sector weakened, and oil prices slipped below $89 amid easing geopolitical fears and talk of Iran negotiations, which can pressure ExxonMobil’s near-term earnings outlook. Sector Update: Energy Stocks Fall Late Afternoon
- Negative Sentiment: Trump’s refusal to ease Iran sanctions and the associated drop in oil prices weighed on the energy complex, limiting support for ExxonMobil despite the company’s longer-term supply optimism. Trump Holds the Line on Iran: No Sanctions Relief as Oil Slides Below $89
Insider Activity at ExxonMobil
In other news, VP Darrin L. Talley sold 2,150 shares of ExxonMobil stock in a transaction on Monday, March 2nd. The shares were sold at an average price of $157.82, for a total value of $339,313.00. Following the transaction, the vice president directly owned 18,204 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $2,872,955.28. The trade was a 10.56% decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which is available through this link. 0.03% of the stock is owned by insiders.
About ExxonMobil
ExxonMobil Corporation (NYSE: XOM) is an integrated oil and gas company engaged in the exploration, production, refining, distribution and marketing of petroleum products and the manufacture and sale of petrochemicals. Its operations span the full energy value chain, including upstream exploration and development of crude oil and natural gas; midstream transportation and storage; and downstream refining, product distribution and retail. The company also produces a broad range of chemical products for industrial and consumer applications.
ExxonMobil markets fuels and lubricants under well-known brands such as Exxon, Mobil and Esso, and its Mobil 1 motor oil is a prominent consumer product.
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