BP p.l.c. (BP)

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Key Metrics & Ratings

  • symbol BP
  • Rev/Share 71.7481
  • Book/Share 30.5953
  • PB 1.5406
  • Debt/Equity 1.2657
  • CurrentRatio 1.2138
  • ROIC 0.0169

 

  • MktCap 89872142500.0
  • FreeCF/Share 3.3025
  • PFCF 10.4361
  • PE 156.7389
  • Debt/Assets 0.2633
  • DivYield 0.055
  • ROE 0.0096

 

  • Rating B
  • Score 3
  • Recommendation Neutral
  • P/E Score 1
  • DCF Score 4
  • P/B Score 3
  • D/E Score 1

Recent Analyst Ratings

Type Ticker Analyst Firm Previous Rating Current Rating Previous Price Target Current Price Target Date
Initiation BP Wells Fargo -- Equal Weight -- $37 Oct. 17, 2025
Upgrade BP Morgan Stanley Underweight Equal Weight -- -- Sept. 3, 2025
Initiation BP Melius -- Buy -- $66 Aug. 20, 2025
Upgrade BP Scotiabank Sector Perform Sector Outperform -- $42 Aug. 14, 2025
Upgrade BP Berenberg Hold Buy -- -- Aug. 7, 2025
Reiterated BP TD Cowen -- Hold $34 $37 Aug. 6, 2025
Downgrade BP Jefferies Buy Hold -- $29 May 19, 2025
Downgrade BP Morgan Stanley Equal Weight Underweight -- $26.5 May 12, 2025
Downgrade BP UBS Buy Neutral -- -- April 10, 2025
Downgrade BP TD Cowen Buy Hold -- $40 March 19, 2025

News

BP's future is bright — if it can get through the next 6 months, analyst says
BP
Published: May 22, 2025 by: CNBC International TV
Sentiment: Neutral

Lydia Rainforth, head of European energy, equity research at Barclays, discusses takeover speculation over a BP takeover and the valuation gap between European and U.S. oil majors.

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Dividend Harvesting Portfolio Week 220: $22,000 Allocated, $2,213.76 In Projected Dividends
BP, JEPI, KMI, MO, PDI, SLG, TGT
Published: May 22, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Markets surged on positive trade deals and Middle East investments, but I see Fed policy lagging and Moody's downgrade as overblown—pullbacks are buying opportunities. My Dividend Harvesting Portfolio hit a record $27,641.59, with a 2.87% weekly gain and forward annualized dividend income now at $2,213.76. Consistent contributions and reinvestment have driven strong dividend growth, with 2025 income up 38% year-over-year and the dividend snowball effect accelerating.

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BP seeks buyers for Castrol lubricants unit to reach $20 billion divestment goal, sources say
BP
Published: May 22, 2025 by: Reuters
Sentiment: Positive

BP has kicked off the sale of its more than a century-old Castrol lubricants business, according to two people with knowledge of the process, in a key step in the British energy group's divestment plan to boost its share price.

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Bear of the Day: BP PLC (BP)
BP
Published: May 22, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative

Estimates continue to move lower for BP as oil prices come under pressure and global slowdowns are threatened.

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If Iran's Nuclear Sites Are Attacked Oil Will Skyrocket – Grab These High-Yield Energy Giants Now
BP, CVX, SHEL, XOM
Published: May 21, 2025 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Positive

Major media outlets announced this week that new intelligence suggests that Israel is preparing to strike nuclear facilities in Iran.

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New Strong Sell Stocks for May 21st
AMTB, BP, COLM
Published: May 21, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative

AMTB, BP and COLM have been added to the Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell) List on May 21, 2025.

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XOM vs. BP: Which Integrated Energy Stock Boasts Better Prospects?
BP, XOM
Published: May 20, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

XOM's clean energy plan is like a side business that???s already set up, while BP is still working out how to make its green projects reliably pay off.

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The Blood Pressure Solution Under Review: Complete Hypertension Support System for High BP
BP
Published: May 15, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

A Natural, Functional Medicine-Based Blood Pressure Program Offers a Drug-Free Alternative to Hypertension Through Nutrition, Lifestyle, and Root-Cause Reversal Strategies A Natural, Functional Medicine-Based Blood Pressure Program Offers a Drug-Free Alternative to Hypertension Through Nutrition, Lifestyle, and Root-Cause Reversal Strategies

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BP: Takeover Speculation, Low Valuation, Capital Returns
BP
Published: May 15, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

BP's shares surged on takeover speculation in May and the company submitted decent Q1 earnings last month, despite lower liquids realizations. BP generated fairly stable results in oil production in the first-quarter and continued to spend a lot of money on buybacks. The energy giant also has a long term capital framework that calls for capital returns equal to 30-40% of its operating cash flow.

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BP Stock Rises. Takeover Rumors Won't Go Away.
BP
Published: May 09, 2025 by: Barrons
Sentiment: Positive

Meanwhile, activist investor Elliott Management is pushing for more aggressive goals to get the company back on its feet.

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With Or Without BP, Buy Shell
BP, SHEL
Published: May 09, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Shell's potential acquisition of BP could offer substantial synergies and shareholder returns, though it's not confirmed yet. Shell's strong financials include $4.8 billion in quarterly income, manageable $41 billion net debt, and robust FCF and capital investments. Shell's diversified portfolio, especially in LNG, supports strong segment performance and profitable CFFO, even in a weak oil price environment.

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BP shares rise on report Exxon, Chevron and rivals eyeing oil major
BNO, BP, CVX, DBO, GUSH, IEO, OIH, OIL, PXJ, UCO, USO, XOM, XOP
Published: May 09, 2025 by: Market Watch
Sentiment: Positive

Chevron, Exxon Mobil and TotalEnergies are among other big oil companies that could be considering a deal for BP, a report said Friday.

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BP shares rise as FT reports more rivals looking at possible takeover
BP
Published: May 09, 2025 by: Reuters
Sentiment: Positive

Shares in BP edged higher on Friday after the Financial Times reported a number of rivals have "run the numbers" about a possible takeover of the London-listed oil company.

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4 Stocks With Impressive Shareholder Yield to Safeguard Your Portfolio
BP, CIB, RITM, SKM
Published: May 08, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Boost your portfolio with high-yield stocks like BP, CIB, SKM & RITM. Learn how shareholder yield can optimize returns and mitigate risks.

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Dividend Harvesting Portfolio Week 218: $21,800 Allocated, $2,195.04 In Projected Dividends
BMY, BP, BTI, MO, PFE, SLG
Published: May 08, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Earnings season saw strong reports from Microsoft, Apple, Meta, and Amazon, boosting the S&P 500 by 2.75% and the Nasdaq by 2.82%. The Dividend Harvesting Portfolio gained 1.98% this week, with a total return of 23.42% and forward dividend income reaching $2,195.04. Added to positions in Bristol-Myers Squibb, Pfizer, and BP, focusing on undervalued stocks with strong dividend yields and growth potential.

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BP p.l.c. (BP) is Attracting Investor Attention: Here is What You Should Know
BP
Published: May 07, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

BP (BP) has been one of the stocks most watched by Zacks.com users lately. So, it is worth exploring what lies ahead for the stock.

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Shell Mulls BP Acquisition to Regain Edge in Global Oil
BP, SHEL
Published: May 06, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

SHEL is reportedly assessing a bold takeover of BP, as weak oil prices and activist pressure spark speculation of major energy sector consolidation.

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Shell's quiet calculus: Why a BP takeover is tempting but not inevitable
BP, SHEL
Published: May 06, 2025 by: Proactive Investors
Sentiment: Neutral

Shell PLC (LSE:SHEL, NYSE:SHEL) isn't pouncing. At least, not yet.

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BP Taps SBM Offshore for Installing Kaskida FPU in Deepwater GoA
BP
Published: May 05, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

BP's Kaskida oilfield is slated to be its sixth production hub in the Gulf of America shelf. The FPU for the field has a production capacity of 80,000 barrels of crude oil per day.

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3 Integrated Energy Stocks to Gain Despite Ongoing Trade Tensions
BP, CVX, XOM
Published: May 05, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative

Rising demand for renewable energy is adding uncertainty to the prospects of the Zacks Oil and Gas Integrated International industry's outlook. XOM, CVX and BP will probably overcome market challenges.

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BP's Leaner, Sharper Strategy Could Drive A Rerating--Here's The Case
BP
Published: May 02, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

BP is undergoing a strategic pivot, focusing on cash returns and debt reduction while divesting non-core assets and maintaining operational reliability above 95%. Valuation metrics like EV/EBITDA, EV/sales, and price-to-cash flow suggest BP is undervalued compared to peers, despite stable revenue and strong cash flow. Market sentiment is muted due to BP's recent strategic shifts and lower Q1 earnings, but stable dividends and buybacks provide a safety net.

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Should You Stay Invested in BP Stock or Sell it Post Q1 Earnings?
BP
Published: May 02, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

Along with the first-quarter 2025 transcript, BP announces that it has started producing oil and gas from three key projects, namely, Cypre in Trinidad, Raven infill in Egypt and GTA.

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BP's Dividend Approaches 7% And A Fundamental Shift Toward Upstream Looks Promising
BP
Published: May 02, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

BP's share price has declined significantly, but its strategic pivot back to traditional energy sources and strong dividend yield offer a compelling long-term investment opportunity. Despite risks like crude price volatility and operational challenges, BP's low valuation and strong fundamentals position it favorably compared to peers. BP's strategic focus on upstream business, cost reduction, and asset divestitures aims to boost free cash flow and shareholder value.

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Nvidia, Tesla and BP were the most bought stocks by UK investors in April
BP, NVDA, TSLA
Published: May 01, 2025 by: Proactive Investors
Sentiment: Positive

UK retail investors showed an appetite for US tech stocks and home-market staples over the month of April, with Nvidia Corp (NASDAQ:NVDA), Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:TSLA) and BP PLC (LSE:BP.) featuring across multiple platforms as top buys.

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BP results: A closer look at the struggling oil major that has 200,000 private investors
BP
Published: April 30, 2025 by: Proactive Investors
Sentiment: Negative

BP PLC (LSE:BP.) first-quarter update on Tuesday landed awkwardly, with cash flow well below expectations.

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BP p.l.c. (BP) Q1 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
BP
Published: April 29, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

BP p.l.c. (NYSE:BP ) Q1 2025 Earnings Call April 29, 2025 8:00 AM ET Company Participants Craig Marshall - IR Murray Auchincloss - CEO Kate Thomson - CFO Conference Call Participants Biraj Borkhataria - RBC Capital Markets Joshua Stone - UBS Roger Read - Wells Fargo Securities Douglas Leggate - Wolfe Research Lydia Rainforth - Barclays Bank Kim Fustier - HSBC Christopher Kuplent - Bank of America Jason Gabelman - TD Cowen Martijn Rats - Morgan Stanley Michele Della Vigna - Goldman Sachs Matthew Lofting - J.P. Morgan Chase Irene Himona - Sanford C.

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BP's results: the good, the bad and the ugly for the 200,000 private investors holding shares
BP
Published: April 29, 2025 by: Proactive Investors
Sentiment: Neutral

Around 200,000 private investors hold stock in BP. Here we take a look at the highly anticipated Q1 numbers and what they mean for the forgotten minority.

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BP Stock Tumbles on Worse-Than-Expected Q1 Results, Reduced Buyback
BP
Published: April 29, 2025 by: Investopedia
Sentiment: Negative

U.S.-listed shares of BP (BP) fell in premarket trading Tuesday after the British energy giant posted lower-than-estimated first-quarter earnings and reduced its stock buyback as increased economic uncertainty weighs on oil prices.

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BP Q1 earnings fall short; analysts cite strong downstream, weak oil, rising debt
BP
Published: April 29, 2025 by: Invezz
Sentiment: Negative

BP posted weaker-than-expected earnings for the first quarter on Tuesday, as lower crude prices and a recent pivot in corporate strategy weighed on performance. The British oil major reported an underlying replacement cost profit of $1.38 billion for the January-to-March period, falling short of analyst expectations of $1.

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BP strategy chief Chierchia to leave in June after Elliott pressure
BP
Published: April 29, 2025 by: Reuters
Sentiment: Negative

BP's strategy and sustainability chief Giulia Chierchia, the key architect of the group's ill-fated foray into renewables, will step down on June 1, the company said on Tuesday.

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About BP p.l.c. (BP)

  • IPO Date 1977-01-03
  • Website https://www.bp.com
  • Industry Oil & Gas Integrated
  • CEO Murray Auchincloss
  • Employees 100500

BP p.l.c. provides carbon products and services. The company operates through Gas & Low Carbon Energy, Oil Production & Operations, and Customers & Products segments. It engages in the production of natural gas, and integrated gas and power; trading of gas; operation of onshore and offshore wind power, as well as hydrogen and carbon capture and storage facilities; trading and marketing of renewable and non-renewable power; and production of crude oil. In addition, the company involved in convenience and retail fuel, EV charging, Castrol lubricant, aviation, B2B, and midstream businesses; refining and oil trading; and bioenergy business. The company was founded in 1908 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.