EGY trades 25.0% below Wall Street's consensus target of $7.30.
Last 12 months price action with 12-month analyst target path
The base valuation assumes EGY achieves its forward estimates and maintains a stable P/E multiple of historical averagesx. This scenario reflects the blended consensus of 5 Wall Street analysts, balancing both positive catalysts and macroeconomic headwinds over the next 12 months.
As of September 24, 2026, VAALCO Energy, Inc. (EGY) has a Wall Street consensus price target of $7.30, based on estimates from 5 covering analysts. With the stock currently trading at $5.84, this represents a potential upside of +25.0%. The company has a market capitalization of $609M.
Analyst price targets range from a low of $7.30 to a high of $7.30, representing a 0% spread in expectations. The median target of $7.30 aligns closely with the consensus average. The tight target dispersion indicates high conviction among analysts.
The current analyst consensus rating is Buy, with 4 analysts rating the stock as a Buy or Strong Buy,1 rating it Hold, and 0 rating it Sell or Strong Sell. This overwhelmingly bullish sentiment suggests analysts see significant catalysts for upside ahead.
From a valuation perspective, EGY trades at a trailing P/E of -14.6x. Analysts expect EPS to grow +94.4% over the next year.
| Company | Market Cap | Price | Target | Upside Potential | Rating | Fwd P/E | Analysts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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 INDOIndonesia Energy Corporation Limited | $44M | $2.86 | — | — | — | — | — |
 IMPPImperial Petroleum Inc. | $199M | $5.30 | $9.00 | +69.8% | Buy | 1.8x | 1 |
 MTDRMatador Resources Company | $6.5B | $52.12 | $72.45 | +39.0% | Buy | 6.6x | 42 |
 SMSM Energy Company | $8.2B | $34.31 | $38.50 | +12.2% | Buy | 4.6x | 54 |
 BATLBattalion Oil Corporation | $24M | $1.10 | — | — | Buy | 4.8x | 2 |
 SLBSlb N.V. | $77.5B | $51.87 | $64.58 | +24.5% | Buy | 20.9x | 66 |
 HALHalliburton Company | $27.6B | $33.01 | $43.11 | +30.6% | Buy | 14.1x | 64 |
 BKRBaker Hughes Company | $57.6B | $58.03 | $74.45 | +28.3% | Buy | 22.0x | 45 |
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying EGY stock.
The consensus Wall Street price target for EGY is $7.3, representing 25.0% upside from the current price of $5.84. With 5 analysts covering the stock, this strong upside suggests significant value not yet reflected in today's share price.
EGY has a consensus rating of "Buy" based on 5 Wall Street analysts. The rating breakdown is predominantly bullish, with 4 Buy/Strong Buy ratings. The consensus 12-month price target of $7.3 implies 25.0% upside from current levels.
EGY's current price is $5.84 with a consensus target of $7.3 (25.0% implied move). Analyst estimates suggest the stock is undervalued at current levels.
The most bullish Wall Street analyst has a price target of $7.3 for EGY, while the most conservative target is $7.3. The consensus of $7.3 represents the median expectation. These targets typically reflect 12-month expectations.
EGY is moderately covered, with 5 analysts providing price targets and ratings. Of these, 0 have Strong Buy ratings, 4 have Buy ratings, 1 recommend Hold, and 0 have Sell or Strong Sell ratings. Higher analyst coverage generally indicates greater institutional interest and more reliable consensus estimates.
The 12-month EGY stock forecast based on 5 Wall Street analysts shows a consensus price target of $7.3, with estimates ranging from $7.3 (bear case) to $7.3 (bull case). The median consensus rating is "Buy".
Wall Street analysts are very optimistic on EGY, with a "Buy" consensus rating and $7.3 price target (25.0% upside). 4 of 5 analysts rate it Buy or Strong Buy. This information is for educational purposes only. Always conduct your own research, consider your financial situation, and consult a financial advisor before making investment decisions.
EGY analyst price targets range from $7.3 to $7.3, a 0% tight range reflecting strong analyst consensus. Differences stem from varying assumptions about revenue growth, profit margins, competitive dynamics, and valuation multiples. The $7.3 consensus represents the middle ground.
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