CVX Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

CVX - Chevron Corporation

PETROLEUM REFINING
$186.64
0.64 (0.34%) ▲
5d: +2.27%
30d: +0.94%
90d: +2.32%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
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Analysis Updated: May 14, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 31, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: CVX shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)

Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation

0% (Stagnation) 50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$187.02
Based on -4.3% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$116.12
Trading above historical range

How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 19.7x Exit PE.

In-depth Analysis How we analyze

Valuation Analysis: CVX is currently trading at $186.64, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $183.81 to $192.97. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 15.6) compared to its historical average (19.7). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 7.4% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.

Technical Outlook: Technically, CVX is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $179.53, while resistance sits at $194.09.

Market Sentiment: CVX has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $214.70 (+15.0%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.

Quick Decision Summary

Current Position FAIR
Historical Trading Range $183.81 - $192.97
Company Quality Score 56/100 (HOLD)
Volume Confirmation HIGH
Confidence Score 47.6%

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All Signals

  • NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
  • BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
  • BULLISH: High volume confirmation
  • BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($214.70)

Trading Range Analysis

30-Day Trading Range $183.81 - $192.97
Current vs Trading Range FAIR

Support & Resistance Levels

Support Level $179.53
Resistance Level $194.09
Current Trend Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of May 14, 2026

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 15.59
Wall Street Target $214.70 (+15.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY) 2.3%
Earnings Growth (YoY) -44.5%
Profit Margin 5.9%
Valuation Discount vs History -7.4% cheaper
PE vs Historical 15.6 vs 19.7 CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY): -7.4% (market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target $172.83 (-7%)
2-Year Target $160.04 (-14%)
3-Year Target $148.20 (-21%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 16→20) $187.26 (+0%)
3-Year Scenarios Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull: (PE: 22.0, Growth: -12.7%) $192.34 (+3%)
Base: (SPY PE: 15.6, Growth: -12.7%) $136.06 (-27%)
Bear: (PE: 13.3, Growth: -12.7%) $115.65 (-38%)
📈 Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (32x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (16x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 32.35 | Current EPS (TTM): $5.75
Bull Case $409.20 (+119%)
Analyst growth 100.0%, PE expands to 35.6
Base Case $372.00 (+99%)
Market implied 100.0%, PE stable at 32.4
Bear Case $126.48 (-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 27.5
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
💡 Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 15.6 to 19.7
Stabilization Target: $235.83 (+26.4%)
PE Expansion Potential: +26.4%
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Last updated: May 14, 2026 6:49 PM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
1
Buys
19
Sells
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INSIDERS SELLING
Recent Transactions
R. Hewitt Pate SELL 40200 shares 2026-03-30
David Taylor SELL 2026-03-12
David Taylor SELL 2026-03-11

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