Woodside Energy Group (WDS) Stock Overview
Engages in the exploration, evaluation, development, production, marketing, and sale of hydrocarbons in the Asia Pacific, Africa, the Americas, and the Europe. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 4/6 |
| Future Growth | 0/6 |
| Past Performance | 2/6 |
| Financial Health | 5/6 |
| Dividends | 2/6 |
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | AU$30.51 |
| 52 Week High | AU$35.82 |
| 52 Week Low | AU$20.66 |
| Beta | -0.26 |
| 1 Month Change | -8.32% |
| 3 Month Change | 17.66% |
| 1 Year Change | 46.68% |
| 3 Year Change | -10.05% |
| 5 Year Change | 35.48% |
| Change since IPO | 676.34% |
Recent News & Updates
Narrative Update • Apr 28
WDS: Future Cash Flows And New Projects May Support Upside
Analysts have trimmed their price target for Woodside Energy Group to about A$42.52 from A$43.08, citing updated assumptions for slightly higher revenue growth, a modestly different profit margin outlook, and a lower future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts appear to view the updated A$42.52 price target as still reflecting room for Woodside Energy Group to execute on its plans, even after incorporating a lower future P/E multiple and revised profit margin assumptions.
New Narrative • Apr 19
Woodside Energy Group (WDS): The LNG Vanguard and the Pivot to Trans-Pacific Energy Connectivity
Woodside Energy Group (WDS) , Australia’s premier independent energy pioneer, enters Sunday, April 19, 2026 , in a high-conviction phase of global project execution. Trading at $34.93 AUD after a resilient week on the ASX, the stock is currently consolidating near its 52-week highs as it prepares for its Q1 2026 earnings release on Wednesday, April 29.Narrative Update • Apr 13
WDS: Future Cash Flows And Lower P/E Multiple May Support Upside
Analysts have lifted their fair value estimate for Woodside Energy Group from A$39.73 to A$43.08, reflecting updated assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins and a slightly lower future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Recent fair value work on Woodside Energy Group points to a more constructive tone from bullish analysts, who are focusing on execution, earnings quality and how these feed into valuation assumptions over time.
Narrative Update • Mar 30
WDS: Higher Multiple Assumptions Will Expose Earnings To Execution Risks
Analysts have lifted their fair value estimate for Woodside Energy Group from about A$27.16 to about A$31.69, reflecting updated assumptions for modest revenue growth, slightly higher profit margins and a somewhat higher future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Analysts have refreshed their views around Woodside Energy Group's fair value based on updated assumptions for revenue, margins and the future P/E multiple, and the new estimate of about A$31.69 captures both optimism about execution and caution around risks to that outlook.Recent updates
Narrative Update • Apr 28
WDS: Future Cash Flows And New Projects May Support Upside
Analysts have trimmed their price target for Woodside Energy Group to about A$42.52 from A$43.08, citing updated assumptions for slightly higher revenue growth, a modestly different profit margin outlook, and a lower future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts appear to view the updated A$42.52 price target as still reflecting room for Woodside Energy Group to execute on its plans, even after incorporating a lower future P/E multiple and revised profit margin assumptions.New Narrative • Apr 19
Woodside Energy Group (WDS): The LNG Vanguard and the Pivot to Trans-Pacific Energy Connectivity
Woodside Energy Group (WDS) , Australia’s premier independent energy pioneer, enters Sunday, April 19, 2026 , in a high-conviction phase of global project execution. Trading at $34.93 AUD after a resilient week on the ASX, the stock is currently consolidating near its 52-week highs as it prepares for its Q1 2026 earnings release on Wednesday, April 29.Narrative Update • Apr 13
WDS: Future Cash Flows And Lower P/E Multiple May Support Upside
Analysts have lifted their fair value estimate for Woodside Energy Group from A$39.73 to A$43.08, reflecting updated assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins and a slightly lower future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Recent fair value work on Woodside Energy Group points to a more constructive tone from bullish analysts, who are focusing on execution, earnings quality and how these feed into valuation assumptions over time.Narrative Update • Mar 30
WDS: Higher Multiple Assumptions Will Expose Earnings To Execution Risks
Analysts have lifted their fair value estimate for Woodside Energy Group from about A$27.16 to about A$31.69, reflecting updated assumptions for modest revenue growth, slightly higher profit margins and a somewhat higher future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Analysts have refreshed their views around Woodside Energy Group's fair value based on updated assumptions for revenue, margins and the future P/E multiple, and the new estimate of about A$31.69 captures both optimism about execution and caution around risks to that outlook.Narrative Update • Mar 16
WDS: Future LNG Cash Generation And P/E Re Rating May Support Upside
Analysts have lifted their price target for Woodside Energy Group from A$37.48 to A$39.73, reflecting updated assumptions around slightly higher revenue growth, profit margins and a modestly higher future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts lifting the price target to A$39.73 signal a stronger conviction that Woodside Energy Group can support a higher valuation on the back of their updated assumptions for revenue, margins and future P/E.Narrative Update • Mar 02
WDS: Updated LNG Earnings Profile Will Support Future Return Potential
Analysts have increased their fair value estimate for Woodside Energy Group from about A$36.87 to around A$37.48. They cited updated assumptions on revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E that refine their overall assessment of risk and return.
Narrative Update • Feb 16
WDS: Higher Required Returns Will Pressure LNG Projects And Limit Upside
Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for Woodside Energy Group from A$23.03 to A$21.46, reflecting updated assumptions around discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E multiples that align with recent sector wide target reductions seen in broader research. Analyst Commentary Recent fair value cuts for Woodside Energy Group sit within a broader pattern of more cautious sector pricing, where analysts are resetting assumptions to reflect tighter discount rates, more conservative revenue paths and lower terminal P/E multiples.Narrative Update • Feb 02
WDS: Future LNG Agreements With Saudi Aramco Will Support Earnings Quality
Analysts have made a very small adjustment to their fair value estimate for Woodside Energy Group to about A$36.87, citing updated assumptions around a lower discount rate, slightly softer revenue growth, higher profit margin expectations and a reduced future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary While there is limited recent Street commentary directly tied to Woodside Energy Group in the provided data, you can still draw some useful parallels from how bullish analysts are treating other established names with adjusted valuation frameworks.Narrative Update • Jan 19
WDS: Future U.S. LNG Pact And Ammonia Output Will Support Returns
Analysts have trimmed their price target on Woodside Energy Group to about A$27.16 from A$27.42, citing slightly higher discount rate assumptions, softer modeled revenue growth and a modestly higher future P/E multiple in their updated forecasts. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts point out that the adjusted price target still implies room for upside relative to the current A$27.16 level, which suggests they see value in Woodside Energy Group despite tweaks to their models.Narrative Update • Jan 05
WDS: LNG Pact And Leadership Shift Will Shape Balanced Future Outlook
Analysts have slightly raised their price target for Woodside Energy Group, nudging fair value from $22.76 to $23.03 as they factor in a lower discount rate and modestly better long term profitability expectations. Analyst Commentary Bearish analysts acknowledge that the modest increase in fair value reflects incremental improvements in Woodside Energy Group's long term outlook, but they remain cautious on the balance of risks.Narrative Update • Dec 14
WDS: Future LNG Deals And Rate Cuts Will Support Cash Returns
Analysts have trimmed their price target on Woodside Energy Group by about $0.49 to approximately $27.42 per share, citing slightly softer long term revenue growth expectations, even as profit margin forecasts and long term valuation multiples remain broadly intact. Analyst Commentary Analysts covering Woodside Energy Group emphasize that the modest reduction in price target reflects fine tuning of long term assumptions rather than a fundamental shift in the investment thesis.Narrative Update • Nov 30
WDS: Upcoming LNG Agreements And Rate Cuts Will Drive Earnings Momentum
Woodside Energy Group's analyst price target has been revised upward from $27.61 to $27.90 as analysts cite slightly improved earnings projections and a stable sector outlook as supporting factors. Analyst Commentary Recent analyst evaluations of Woodside Energy Group have led to an increased price target, reflecting evolving perspectives on the company's fundamentals and external environment.Narrative Update • Nov 16
WDS: Future LNG Deals And Rate Cuts Will Shape Balanced Outlook
Narrative Update on Woodside Energy Group: Analyst Price Target Revision Analysts have modestly increased their fair value estimate for Woodside Energy Group from $27.38 to $27.61. This change is based on expectations for a slightly higher revenue trajectory and a reduced discount rate, despite a somewhat softer outlook on profit margins.Narrative Update • Nov 01
WDS: Net Profit Margin Improvement Will Influence Returns Amid Energy Price Volatility
Narrative Update: Woodside Energy Group's Analyst Price Target Raised Analysts have raised their price target for Woodside Energy Group from $27.19 to $27.38, citing small improvements in fair value and profit margin estimates, even though the revenue growth outlook is slightly lower. Analyst Commentary Recent analyst discussions on Woodside Energy Group highlight both opportunities and ongoing risks as the company's targets are adjusted upward.Narrative Update • Oct 18
Global LNG Expansion Will Falter Under Renewables Pressure
Analysts have modestly raised their price target on Woodside Energy Group from $27.06 to $27.19 per share. They cite updated forecasts that reflect slight adjustments in revenue growth expectations and profit margins.Narrative Update • Oct 04
Global LNG Expansion Will Falter Under Renewables Pressure
Analysts have raised their price target for Woodside Energy Group from $26.70 to $27.06. This reflects improved profit margin forecasts and a reduced discount rate, despite expectations for lower revenue growth and a more moderate future price-to-earnings ratio.Narrative Update • Sep 13
Global LNG Expansion Will Falter Under Renewables Pressure
Woodside Energy Group’s consensus price target was marginally reduced, as analysts now expect weaker revenue growth and a significantly higher future P/E ratio, indicating a less optimistic outlook. What's in the News Woodside Energy Group directors declared a fully franked interim dividend of 53 US cents per share, an 80% payout ratio of underlying NPAT, with an annualized yield of 6.9% for the first half.Narrative Update • Aug 27
Investment In Scarborough And Trion May Shape Future Amid Market And Safety Challenges
Woodside Energy Group's lower consensus revenue growth forecast and reduced future P/E ratio indicate softer growth expectations and a slight de-rating, resulting in a small decrease in fair value to A$27.54. What's in the News Woodside declared a fully franked interim dividend of 53 US cents per share, reflecting an 80% payout ratio and 6.9% annualized yield, marking a dividend decrease.
New Narrative • Feb 13
Investments In Driftwood LNG And Clean Ammonia Will Strengthen Future Market Position
Successful project execution and strategic acquisitions in LNG and clean energy could drive revenue growth and operational efficiency.Shareholder Returns
| WDS | AU Oil and Gas | AU Market | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7D | -5.0% | -5.0% | 0.06% |
| 1Y | 46.7% | 34.2% | 5.3% |
Return vs Industry: WDS exceeded the Australian Oil and Gas industry which returned 34.2% over the past year.
Return vs Market: WDS exceeded the Australian Market which returned 5.3% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| WDS volatility | |
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| WDS Average Weekly Movement | 5.9% |
| Oil and Gas Industry Average Movement | 12.1% |
| Market Average Movement | 10.5% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in AU Market | 17.1% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in AU Market | 4.4% |
Stable Share Price: WDS has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the Australian market.
Volatility Over Time: WDS's weekly volatility (6%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1954 | 4,693 | Liz Westcott | www.woodside.com |
Woodside Energy Group Ltd engages in the exploration, evaluation, development, production, marketing, and sale of hydrocarbons in the Asia Pacific, Africa, the Americas, and the Europe. It produces liquefied natural gas, pipeline gas, crude oil and condensate, and natural gas liquids. The company holds interests in the Pluto LNG, North West Shelf, Wheatstone and Julimar-Brunello, Bass Strait, Ngujima-Yin FPSO, Okha FPSO, Pyrenees FPSO, Macedon, Shenzi, Mad dog, Greater Angostura, as well as Scarborough, Sangomar, Trion, Calypso, Browse, Liard, Ruby, Sangomar, Atlantis, Woodside Solar opportunity, and Sunrise and Troubadour.
Woodside Energy Group Ltd Fundamentals Summary
| WDS fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | AU$58.00b |
| Earnings (TTM) | AU$3.75b |
| Revenue (TTM) | AU$17.92b |
15.5x
P/E Ratio3.2x
P/S RatioIs WDS overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| WDS income statement (TTM) | |
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| Revenue | US$12.98b |
| Cost of Revenue | US$8.45b |
| Gross Profit | US$4.54b |
| Other Expenses | US$1.82b |
| Earnings | US$2.72b |
Last Reported Earnings
Dec 31, 2025
Next Earnings Date
Jul 29, 2026
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 1.43 |
| Gross Margin | 34.94% |
| Net Profit Margin | 20.93% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 30.0% |
How did WDS perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
5.1%
Current Dividend Yield78%
Payout RatioCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/11 03:17 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/11 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.
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Analyst Sources
Woodside Energy Group Ltd is covered by 21 analysts. 10 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Dale Koenders | Barrenjoey Markets Pty Limited |
| Stuart Howe | Bell Potter |
| NEIL BEVERIDGE | Bernstein |