Baytex Energy (BTE) Stock Overview
An energy company, engages in the acquisition, development, and production of crude oil and natural gas in the Western Canadian Sedimentary Basin. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 2/6 |
| Future Growth | 3/6 |
| Past Performance | 0/6 |
| Financial Health | 6/6 |
| Dividends | 1/6 |
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Risk Analysis
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
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| Current Share Price | CA$6.79 |
| 52 Week High | CA$7.03 |
| 52 Week Low | CA$2.00 |
| Beta | 0.68 |
| 1 Month Change | 14.70% |
| 3 Month Change | 47.29% |
| 1 Year Change | 199.12% |
| 3 Year Change | 42.65% |
| 5 Year Change | 288.00% |
| Change since IPO | 277.22% |
Recent News & Updates
BTE: Execution And Leadership Transition Will Shape A Fairly Balanced Outlook
Narrative Update on Baytex Energy The analyst price target for Baytex Energy has been revised higher to CA$6.82 from CA$6.16, reflecting analysts' updated views following recent target increases and rating upgrades that highlight expectations for improved valuation support and operational execution. Analyst Commentary Recent research shows a mix of optimism and caution around Baytex Energy, with several price target changes and rating moves clustered over the past few months.
Heavy Oil And Duvernay Progress Will Support Stronger Margins And Cash Returns
Catalysts About Baytex Energy Baytex Energy is a Canadian oil producer focused on heavy oil and Duvernay assets, supported by a strong balance sheet and shareholder return framework. What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?BTE: Recent Upgrade And Execution Will Shape A Fairly Balanced Outlook
Analysts have lifted their fair value estimate for Baytex Energy from about CA$5.55 to about CA$6.16, citing updated expectations around revenue trends, margin potential and a lower forward P/E multiple after recent valuation driven rating changes and a subsequent upgrade. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Baytex Energy reflects a mix of optimism about potential upside and caution around execution and valuation.
Heavy Oil And Duvernay Risks Will Pressure Earnings And Limit Long Term Resilience
Catalysts About Baytex Energy Baytex Energy is a Canadian oil producer focused on heavy oil and the Duvernay play, supported by a net cash balance sheet and an active shareholder return program. What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?Recent updates
BTE: Execution And Leadership Transition Will Shape A Fairly Balanced Outlook
Narrative Update on Baytex Energy The analyst price target for Baytex Energy has been revised higher to CA$6.82 from CA$6.16, reflecting analysts' updated views following recent target increases and rating upgrades that highlight expectations for improved valuation support and operational execution. Analyst Commentary Recent research shows a mix of optimism and caution around Baytex Energy, with several price target changes and rating moves clustered over the past few months.Heavy Oil And Duvernay Progress Will Support Stronger Margins And Cash Returns
Catalysts About Baytex Energy Baytex Energy is a Canadian oil producer focused on heavy oil and Duvernay assets, supported by a strong balance sheet and shareholder return framework. What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?BTE: Recent Upgrade And Execution Will Shape A Fairly Balanced Outlook
Analysts have lifted their fair value estimate for Baytex Energy from about CA$5.55 to about CA$6.16, citing updated expectations around revenue trends, margin potential and a lower forward P/E multiple after recent valuation driven rating changes and a subsequent upgrade. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Baytex Energy reflects a mix of optimism about potential upside and caution around execution and valuation.Heavy Oil And Duvernay Risks Will Pressure Earnings And Limit Long Term Resilience
Catalysts About Baytex Energy Baytex Energy is a Canadian oil producer focused on heavy oil and the Duvernay play, supported by a net cash balance sheet and an active shareholder return program. What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?BTE: Share Rally And Execution Progress Will Shape Fairly Balanced Outlook
Baytex Energy's updated fair value estimate has edged up from about CA$5.34 to CA$5.55 per share, with analysts pointing to the strong share price rally and a wait and see stance on further operational execution and efficiency gains as key reasons for maintaining price targets around CA$5.00 to CA$5.50. Analyst Commentary Recent research echoes a common theme around Baytex Energy, with the share price rally of about 40% since mid November putting more focus on valuation and execution risk than on fresh upside potential at current levels.BTE: Share Rally And Execution Watch Will Shape Balanced Forward View
Analysts have inched up their fair value estimate for Baytex Energy to about CA$5.34 per share from roughly CA$5.14. This reflects updated assumptions on revenue trends and profitability, even as recent research cites valuation concerns and prefers to wait for clearer operational execution.BTE: Share Rally And Sector Perform View Will Shape Balanced Outlook
Analysts have slightly increased their fair value estimate for Baytex Energy to about CA$5.14 from roughly CA$5.09, while a recent downgrade to Sector Perform reflects views that the stock's share rally has made returns less compelling relative to other opportunities. Analyst Commentary Recent commentary around Baytex Energy focuses less on its operations and more on how its current share price lines up with return expectations from here.BTE: Eagle Ford Exit And Buybacks Will Guide Balanced Post Sale Outlook
Analysts have nudged their average Baytex Energy price target slightly higher to about CA$5.09. This reflects a mix of views that balance a more cautious stance on recent share gains with support for the Eagle Ford sale and the shift toward a debt free, buyback focused model.BTE: Eagle Ford Exit And Buybacks Will Shape Canadian Oil Focus
Analysts have trimmed their average price target for Baytex Energy by C$0.05 to reflect a mix of cautious views on valuation after the recent share rally, as well as supportive opinions around the Eagle Ford sale, which they say has sharpened the company’s focus on higher returning Canadian assets and debt reduction. Analyst Commentary Recent research shows a clear split between bullish analysts who welcome Baytex Energy's portfolio reset and bearish analysts who are growing more cautious after the share price rally.BTE: Eagle Ford Exit And Buybacks Will Refocus On Canadian Heavy Oil
Analysts have raised their fair value estimate for Baytex Energy from C$5.03 to C$5.05, citing recent price target increases following the sale of its U.S. Eagle Ford assets for $3.25 billion, a renewed focus on Canadian Duvernay and heavy oil production, and balance sheet changes that support debt repayment and potential share repurchases. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts highlight the C$5.50 to C$6 price targets as reflecting higher conviction that the post sale portfolio can support improved execution in Duvernay and heavy oil assets.BTE: Eagle Ford Exit Will Drive Aggressive Buybacks And Canadian Heavy Oil Focus
Analysts have raised their price targets for Baytex Energy by roughly C$2.00 to C$2.50 per share, citing the immediately accretive sale of its U.S. Eagle Ford assets, a strengthened balance sheet and a renewed focus on higher return Canadian heavy oil and Duvernay production. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts view the Eagle Ford divestiture as a key catalyst for a rerating in Baytex Energy, arguing that the company now offers a cleaner, higher return story anchored in Canadian heavy oil and Duvernay production.Baytex Energy Corp.'s (TSE:BTE) Shares Bounce 39% But Its Business Still Trails The Industry
Nov 29
BTE: Asset Sale and Share Buybacks Will Drive Stronger Canadian Focus
The analyst consensus price target for Baytex Energy has increased from C$4.67 to C$5.03. Analysts cite the company's asset sale, transformed balance sheet, and focus on high-return Canadian operations as supporting factors for the higher valuation.BTE: Focus on Canadian Core Assets Will Strengthen Balance Sheet and Capital Returns
Analysts have raised their price target for Baytex Energy from C$3.95 to approximately C$4.67. They cite the company's divestiture of its U.S. Eagle Ford assets and a sharpened focus on its Canadian heavy oil and Duvernay operations, which are expected to strengthen its balance sheet and support shareholder returns.Baytex Energy Corp.'s (TSE:BTE) Share Price Boosted 28% But Its Business Prospects Need A Lift Too
Sep 17Duvernay And Eagle Ford Improvements Will Shape Outlook Amid Uncertainties
Key Takeaways Structural cost reductions and capital discipline are driving higher margins, financial flexibility, and improved earnings resilience, putting Baytex in a stronger long-term competitive position. Enhanced well productivity and asset optimization strategies are set to boost production, support stable free cash flow, and enable upside if oil prices strengthen.Baytex Energy Corp. (TSE:BTE) Held Back By Insufficient Growth Even After Shares Climb 25%
Jun 22Baytex Energy (TSE:BTE) Has A Somewhat Strained Balance Sheet
Jun 10Estimating The Fair Value Of Baytex Energy Corp. (TSE:BTE)
May 06New Forecasts: Here's What Analysts Think The Future Holds For Baytex Energy Corp. (TSE:BTE)
May 06Benign Growth For Baytex Energy Corp. (TSE:BTE) Underpins Stock's 29% Plummet
Apr 09
Operational Gains In Eagle Ford And Pembina Duvernay May Lower Costs, But OPEC Actions And Tariffs Could Affect Future Revenues
Efficiency improvements in key plays are poised to enhance capital costs, production performance, and positively impact revenue and net margins.Does Baytex Energy (TSE:BTE) Have A Healthy Balance Sheet?
Jan 28Baytex Energy's (TSE:BTE) Dividend Will Be CA$0.0225
Dec 04Baytex Energy (TSE:BTE) Is Paying Out A Dividend Of CA$0.0225
Nov 07Investors Aren't Buying Baytex Energy Corp.'s (TSE:BTE) Revenues
Nov 04Baytex Energy (TSE:BTE) Has Affirmed Its Dividend Of CA$0.0225
Aug 19Baytex Energy (TSE:BTE) Is Paying Out A Dividend Of CA$0.0225
Jul 30Baytex Energy Corp.'s (TSE:BTE) Revenues Are Not Doing Enough For Some Investors
Jul 15Market Might Still Lack Some Conviction On Baytex Energy Corp. (TSE:BTE) Even After 25% Share Price Boost
Apr 11Baytex Energy Corp. (TSE:BTE) Looks Inexpensive But Perhaps Not Attractive Enough
Dec 28Shareholder Returns
| BTE | CA Oil and Gas | CA Market | |
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| 7D | 8.5% | 5.0% | 0.1% |
| 1Y | 199.1% | 57.0% | 35.1% |
Return vs Industry: BTE exceeded the Canadian Oil and Gas industry which returned 57.1% over the past year.
Return vs Market: BTE exceeded the Canadian Market which returned 35% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| BTE volatility | |
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| BTE Average Weekly Movement | 6.0% |
| Oil and Gas Industry Average Movement | 9.0% |
| Market Average Movement | 10.6% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in CA Market | 18.1% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in CA Market | 3.9% |
Stable Share Price: BTE has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the Canadian market.
Volatility Over Time: BTE's weekly volatility (6%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 370 | Eric Greager | www.baytexenergy.com |
Baytex Energy Corp., an energy company, engages in the acquisition, development, and production of crude oil and natural gas in the Western Canadian Sedimentary Basin. It offers light oil and condensate, heavy oil, natural gas liquids, and natural gas. The company also holds 100% interest in Duvernay and Peace River properties in Alberta; and Lloydminster property in Alberta and Saskatchewan.
Baytex Energy Corp. Fundamentals Summary
| BTE fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | CA$4.98b |
| Earnings (TTM) | -CA$276.84m |
| Revenue (TTM) | CA$1.48b |
3.4x
P/S Ratio-18.0x
P/E RatioIs BTE overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| BTE income statement (TTM) | |
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| Revenue | CA$1.48b |
| Cost of Revenue | CA$653.00m |
| Gross Profit | CA$827.81m |
| Other Expenses | CA$1.10b |
| Earnings | -CA$276.84m |
Last Reported Earnings
Dec 31, 2025
Next Earnings Date
May 07, 2026
| Earnings per share (EPS) | -0.38 |
| Gross Margin | 55.90% |
| Net Profit Margin | -18.70% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 4.0% |
How did BTE perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
1.3%
Current Dividend Yield-25%
Payout RatioCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/03 21:46 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/01 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
Baytex Energy Corp. is covered by 24 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 |
| Jonathan Fleming | ATB Cormark Historical (Cormark Securities) |