DVN Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

DVN - Devon Energy Corporation

CRUDE PETROLEUM & NATURAL GAS
$47.24
0.34 (0.72%) ▲
5d: +4.26%
30d: +4.44%
90d: +7.46%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
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Analysis Updated: May 14, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: May 05, 2026 0d
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: DVN 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
$78.98
Based on 7.0% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$49.04
3.7% Margin of Safety

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 9.9x Exit PE.

In-depth Analysis How we analyze

Valuation Analysis: DVN is currently trading at $47.24, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $45.62 to $49.75. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 8.3) compared to its historical average (9.9). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 5.6% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.

Technical Outlook: Technically, DVN is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $44.20, while resistance sits at $51.95.

Market Sentiment: DVN 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 $59.42 (+25.8%). 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 $45.62 - $49.75
Company Quality Score 54/100 (HOLD)
Volume Confirmation HIGH
Confidence Score 50.0%

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All Signals

  • NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
  • BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
  • BULLISH: High volume confirmation
  • BULLISH: Trading 25.8% below Wall St target ($59.42)

Trading Range Analysis

30-Day Trading Range $45.62 - $49.75
Current vs Trading Range FAIR

Support & Resistance Levels

Support Level $44.20
Resistance Level $51.95
Current Trend Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of May 14, 2026

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 8.32
Wall Street Target $59.42 (+25.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY) -0.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY) -75.3%
Profit Margin 14.2%
Valuation Discount vs History -5.6% cheaper
PE vs Historical 8.3 vs 9.9 CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY): -5.6% (market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target $44.59 (-6%)
2-Year Target $42.10 (-11%)
3-Year Target $39.74 (-16%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 8→10) $47.31 (+0%)
3-Year Scenarios Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull: (PE: 22.0, Growth: 10.1%) $166.94 (+253%)
Base: (SPY PE: 8.3, Growth: 10.1%) $62.99 (+33%)
Bear: (PE: 7.1, Growth: 10.1%) $53.54 (+13%)
📈 Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (13x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (8x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 13.06 | Current EPS (TTM): $3.59
Bull Case $81.63 (+73%)
Analyst growth 58.2%, PE expands to 14.4
Base Case $74.21 (+57%)
Market implied 58.2%, PE stable at 13.1
Bear Case $31.89 (-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 11.1
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 8.3 to 9.9
Stabilization Target: $56.24 (+19.0%)
PE Expansion Potential: +19.0%
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Last updated: May 14, 2026 6:39 PM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
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