Peyto Exploration & Development (PEY) Stock Overview
Engages in the exploration, development, and production of natural gas, and oil and natural gas liquids in Alberta’s deep basin. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 4/6 |
| Future Growth | 1/6 |
| Past Performance | 5/6 |
| Financial Health | 5/6 |
| Dividends | 3/6 |
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Analyst Price Targets
Peyto Exploration & Development Corp. Competitors
Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | CA$25.59 |
| 52 Week High | CA$29.22 |
| 52 Week Low | CA$17.92 |
| Beta | 0.39 |
| 1 Month Change | -1.99% |
| 3 Month Change | -5.54% |
| 1 Year Change | 31.84% |
| 3 Year Change | 132.64% |
| 5 Year Change | 327.21% |
| Change since IPO | 22,152.17% |
Recent News & Updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • Apr 21
PEY: Future Returns Will Depend On Sustained Margin Execution Over One Key Catalyst
Analysts have raised the blended 12 month price target for Peyto Exploration & Development to CA$31, up from CA$27, citing a series of Street target increases and modestly higher profit margin expectations, along with a slightly lower future P/E assumption. Analyst Commentary Street research on Peyto Exploration & Development points to a mix of optimism on execution and earnings power, alongside some caution on how much of that is already reflected in the share price.Narrative Update • Apr 06
PEY: Future Returns Will Balance Higher P E Assumptions And Execution Risks
The analyst fair value estimate for Peyto Exploration & Development has edged up by CA$0.10 to CA$28.00. This reflects higher Street price targets in the CA$27 to CA$31 range as analysts factor in updated expectations captured in their revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E assumptions.Narrative Update • Mar 23
PEY: Future Returns Will Reflect Balanced Price Views And Revised Earnings Assumptions
The updated fair value estimate for Peyto Exploration & Development has moved to CA$27.90 from CA$26.36. This reflects analysts' higher price targets in the CA$27 to CA$31 range as they factor in revised revenue growth assumptions, lower profit margin expectations, and a higher future P/E multiple.Narrative Update • Mar 09
PEY: Future Returns Will Reflect Balanced Price Views And Debt Funding Choices
The fair value estimate for Peyto Exploration & Development edges up to CA$26.36 from CA$26.00. This reflects a blend of higher Street targets, including RBC Capital’s move to CA$27 and Scotiabank’s upward revision, and is tempered by valuation-driven Hold ratings from other analysts who maintain targets around CA$25.00.Narrative Update • Feb 22
PEY: Future Returns Will Depend On Gas Prices And Balanced Valuation Risk
The analyst price target for Peyto Exploration & Development edges up from CA$25.64 to CA$26.00, reflecting a mix of higher targets from some firms and valuation-driven downgrades from others as analysts reassess expected profitability and P/E levels. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Peyto Exploration & Development shows a split view, with some bullish analysts lifting price targets and others stepping back on valuation grounds.Narrative Update • Feb 06
PEY: Future Returns Will Rely On Gas Prices And Execution Confidence
Analysts have nudged their fair value estimate for Peyto Exploration & Development to $25.64 from $24.82, reflecting updated views on discount rates and future P/E assumptions following recent price target increases and a rating upgrade from the Street. Analyst Commentary Recent Street reports point to a more constructive tone on Peyto Exploration & Development, with higher price targets and a fresh upgrade feeding into the revised fair value estimate.Narrative Update • Jan 23
PEY: Future Returns Will Depend On Gas Prices And Execution Progress
Peyto Exploration & Development’s analyst price target has been raised to about $24.82 from roughly $23.64, as analysts update their models with a slightly higher fair value and modestly adjusted assumptions on discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E following recent research upgrades and price target increases. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates point to a more constructive stance on Peyto Exploration & Development, with higher price targets reflecting refreshed assumptions on valuation and execution.Analysis Article • Jan 20
Peyto Exploration & Development (TSE:PEY) Is Due To Pay A Dividend Of CA$0.11
Peyto Exploration & Development Corp. ( TSE:PEY ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of CA$0.11 per share on the...Narrative Update • Jan 09
PEY: Future Returns Will Rely On Gas Prices And Execution Of Production Plan
Analysts have nudged their price target for Peyto Exploration & Development higher to $23.64 from $23.27, reflecting updated assumptions around fair value and future P/E while keeping other key model inputs broadly consistent. What's in the News Peyto Exploration & Development Corp.Analysis Article • Dec 19
Peyto Exploration & Development (TSE:PEY) Will Pay A Dividend Of CA$0.11
Peyto Exploration & Development Corp.'s ( TSE:PEY ) investors are due to receive a payment of CA$0.11 per share on 15th...Narrative Update • Dec 14
PEY: Future Returns Will Depend On Gas Prices And Cost Discipline
Analysts have reduced their price target on Peyto Exploration & Development to C$21.00 from C$23.00. This reflects modestly softer valuation expectations, while their long term forecasts and underlying discount rate assumptions remain largely unchanged.Narrative Update • Nov 30
PEY: Future Performance Will Depend On Commodity Prices And Cost Management
Analysts have modestly raised their price target for Peyto Exploration & Development to approximately $22.91 from $22.32, citing slightly stronger projected revenue growth and a marginally lower discount rate as key factors in their updated outlook. Analyst Commentary Recent analyst commentary on Peyto Exploration & Development reflects both optimism about the company’s future prospects and caution regarding certain risks impacting its valuation and growth outlook.Analysis Article • Nov 20
Peyto Exploration & Development (TSE:PEY) Is Paying Out A Dividend Of CA$0.11
The board of Peyto Exploration & Development Corp. ( TSE:PEY ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of CA$0.11 per...Narrative Update • Nov 16
PEY: Future Margins And Market Volatility Will Define Performance Outlook
Analysts have slightly raised their fair value target for Peyto Exploration & Development to $22.32. They cite updated assumptions around discount rates and profit margins, despite a recent reduction in the street price target.Analysis Article • Oct 28
Peyto Exploration & Development (TSE:PEY) Has Announced A Dividend Of CA$0.11
The board of Peyto Exploration & Development Corp. ( TSE:PEY ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of CA$0.11 per...Analysis Article • Sep 19
Peyto Exploration & Development (TSE:PEY) Is Due To Pay A Dividend Of CA$0.11
The board of Peyto Exploration & Development Corp. ( TSE:PEY ) has announced that it will pay a dividend on the 15th of...Analysis Article • Aug 21
Peyto Exploration & Development (TSE:PEY) Will Pay A Dividend Of CA$0.11
Peyto Exploration & Development Corp.'s ( TSE:PEY ) investors are due to receive a payment of CA$0.11 per share on 15th...Analysis Article • Jul 15
Is Peyto Exploration & Development (TSE:PEY) A Risky Investment?
Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...Analysis Article • Jun 19
Peyto Exploration & Development (TSE:PEY) Will Pay A Dividend Of CA$0.11
Peyto Exploration & Development Corp. ( TSE:PEY ) will pay a dividend of CA$0.11 on the 15th of July. This means the...Analysis Article • May 19
Peyto Exploration & Development (TSE:PEY) Is Paying Out A Dividend Of CA$0.11
The board of Peyto Exploration & Development Corp. ( TSE:PEY ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of CA$0.11 per...Analysis Article • May 15
Investors Holding Back On Peyto Exploration & Development Corp. (TSE:PEY)
With a median price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of close to 14x in Canada, you could be forgiven for feeling...Analysis Article • Apr 24
Peyto Exploration & Development (TSE:PEY) Will Pay A Dividend Of CA$0.11
Peyto Exploration & Development Corp. ( TSE:PEY ) will pay a dividend of CA$0.11 on the 15th of May. Based on this...Shareholder Returns
| PEY | CA Oil and Gas | CA Market | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7D | 0.2% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| 1Y | 31.8% | 51.4% | 32.4% |
Return vs Industry: PEY underperformed the Canadian Oil and Gas industry which returned 51.4% over the past year.
Return vs Market: PEY matched the Canadian Market which returned 32.4% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| PEY volatility | |
|---|---|
| PEY Average Weekly Movement | 4.2% |
| Oil and Gas Industry Average Movement | 8.4% |
| Market Average Movement | 10.1% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in CA Market | 17.4% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in CA Market | 3.8% |
Stable Share Price: PEY has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the Canadian market.
Volatility Over Time: PEY's weekly volatility (4%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | n/a | JP Lachance | www.peyto.com |
Peyto Exploration & Development Corp., together with its subsidiaries, engages in the exploration, development, and production of natural gas, and oil and natural gas liquids in Alberta’s deep basin. The company was formerly known as Peyto Energy Trust and changed its name to Peyto Exploration & Development Corp. in January 2011. Peyto Exploration & Development Corp. was incorporated in 1997 and is headquartered in Calgary, Canada.
Peyto Exploration & Development Corp. Fundamentals Summary
| PEY fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | CA$5.17b |
| Earnings (TTM) | CA$475.56m |
| Revenue (TTM) | CA$1.18b |
11.0x
P/E Ratio4.4x
P/S RatioIs PEY overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| PEY income statement (TTM) | |
|---|---|
| Revenue | CA$1.18b |
| Cost of Revenue | CA$262.22m |
| Gross Profit | CA$918.71m |
| Other Expenses | CA$443.15m |
| Earnings | CA$475.56m |
Last Reported Earnings
Mar 31, 2026
Next Earnings Date
Aug 11, 2026
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 2.32 |
| Gross Margin | 77.80% |
| Net Profit Margin | 40.27% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 36.4% |
How did PEY perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
5.2%
Current Dividend Yield56%
Payout RatioDoes PEY pay a reliable dividends?
See PEY dividend history and benchmarks| Peyto Exploration & Development dividend dates | |
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| Ex Dividend Date | May 29 2026 |
| Dividend Pay Date | Jun 15 2026 |
| Days until Ex dividend | 6 days |
| Days until Dividend pay date | 11 days |
Does PEY pay a reliable dividends?
See PEY dividend history and benchmarksCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/06/02 10:23 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/06/02 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| 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
Peyto Exploration & Development Corp. is covered by 26 analysts. 4 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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| Patrick O'Rourke | ATB Cormark |
| Laique Ahmad Amir Arif | ATB Cormark |
| Grant Hofer | Barclays |