Upside case
Bull case
$224+273.9%
OVV would need investors to value it at roughly 29x earnings — about 21x more generous than today's 8x forward P/E. That requires meaningful multiple expansion on top of continued earnings growth.
Analysis OverviewBuyUpdated May 1, 2026
Ovintiv Inc. (OVV) Stock Analysis
Wall Street verdict, consensus price target, and analyst rating breakdown — everything needed to frame the risk/reward at today's price.
Analyst consensus
Buy
Covering
26
analysts
19 bullish · 0 bearish · 26 covering OVV
Strong Buy
0
Buy
19
Hold
7
Sell
0
Strong Sell
0
Consensus Target
$56
-6.2% vs today
Scenario Range
— – $224
Model bear to bull value window
Coverage
26
Published analyst ratings
Valuation Context
7.7x
Forward P/E · Market cap $15.2B
OVV price targets
Three scenarios for where OVV stock could go
Current
~$60
Confidence
36 / 100
Updated
May 1, 2026
Where we are now
Current · $60
Base
$71
Bull
$224
Market caseClosest to today
Base case
$71+19.0%
At 9x on FY1 earnings, the base case reflects a reasonable but not stretched valuation. It prices in continued growth without assuming an exceptional setup.
Stress case
Bear case
—
The bear case reflects a scenario where earnings shortfalls or multiple compression combine to materially reduce the stock from its current level.
Not financial advice. Model confidence reflects internal scenario assumptions, not a guarantee of returns. Past performance does not predict future results.
Ovintiv Inc.
OVV · NYSEEnergyOil & Gas Exploration & ProductionDecember year-end
Ovintiv is an independent North American energy company that explores for, develops, and produces natural gas, oil, and natural gas liquids. It generates revenue primarily from selling hydrocarbons produced from its core assets — roughly 60% from the Permian and Anadarko basins in the U.S. and 40% from Canadian operations like the Montney formation. The company's competitive advantage lies in its large, low-cost resource base across premier North American basins and its operational scale, which drives capital efficiency.
Market Cap
$15.2B
Revenue TTM
$8.8B
Net Income TTM
$1.2B
Net Margin
14.1%
OVV Revenue and Earnings Performance
Quarterly beat-or-miss track record against analyst estimates, plus forward revenue and EPS outlook for the next two fiscal years.
EPS Beat Rate
67%Exceptional
12 quarters tracked
Revenue Beat Rate
67%Exceptional
vs consensus estimates
Avg EPS Surprise
+15.8%
above Street consensus
Beat / Miss Record
BeatMissLeft = EPS · Right = Revenue
Q2 2025
Q3 2025
Q4 2025
Q1 2026
Last 4 Quarters
EPS beats: 3 of 4Q2 2025
EPS
$1.42/$0.92
Revenue
$2.4B/$2.0B
Q3 2025
EPS
$1.02/$1.04
Revenue
$2.3B/$1.9B
Q4 2025
EPS
$1.03/$0.95
Revenue
$2.0B/$2.0B
Q1 2026
EPS
$1.39/$1.01
Revenue
$2.1B/$1.9B
| Quarter | EPS (Actual / Est) | EPS Surprise | Revenue (Actual / Est) | Rev Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 2025 | $1.42/$0.92 | +54.2% | $2.4B/$2.0B | +19.4% |
| Q3 2025 | $1.02/$1.04 | -1.9% | $2.3B/$1.9B | +21.8% |
| Q4 2025 | $1.03/$0.95 | +8.6% | $2.0B/$2.0B | +1.9% |
| Q1 2026 | $1.39/$1.01 | +37.6% | $2.1B/$1.9B | +7.2% |
FY1–FY2 Estimates
Revenue Outlook
FY1
$8.7B
-0.5% YoY
FY2
$8.3B
-4.6% YoY
EPS Outlook
FY1
$5.99
+25.3% YoY
FY2
$5.69
-5.0% YoY
Trailing FCF (TTM)$3.6B
FCF Margin: 41.2%
Next Earnings
May 11, 2026
Expected EPS
$1.83
Expected Revenue
$2.3B
OVV beat EPS estimates in 3 of 4 tracked quarters. A strong delivery record supports forward estimate credibility.
OVV Revenue Breakdown by Segment
Product and geographic revenue mix from the latest annual disclosure, with year-over-year growth by segment.
Latest disclosure
FY 2025
Total disclosed revenue $1.6B
Product Mix
Latest annual revenue by segment or product family
Natural Gas
100.0%
+51.7% YoY
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Geographic Mix
Latest annual revenue by reported region
UNITED STATES
63.7%
-18.5% YoY
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Natural Gas is the largest disclosed segment at 100.0% of FY 2025 revenue, up 51.7% YoY.
UNITED STATES is the largest reported region at 63.7%, down 18.5% YoY.
OVV Valuation Snapshot
Current multiples compared to the S&P 500, the company's sector, and its own five-year average.
Relative Value Signal
Slightly Overvalued
Fair value est. $52 — implies -14.9% from today's price.
Premium to Fair Value
14.9%
above fair value
Deep DiscountFair ValueVery Expensive
vs S&P 500 Trailing P/E
OVV
12.5x
vs
S&P 500
25.2x
50% discount
vs Energy Trailing P/E
OVV
12.5x
vs
Energy
16.8x
26% discount
vs OVV 5Y Avg P/E
Today
12.5x
vs
5Y Average
6.7x
+88% premium
Forward PE
7.7x
S&P 500
19.1x
-60%
Energy
13.2x
-42%
5Y Avg
—
—
Trailing PE
12.5x
S&P 500
25.2x
-50%
Energy
16.8x
-26%
5Y Avg
6.7x
+88%
PEG Ratio
—
S&P 500
1.74x
—
Energy
0.50x
—
5Y Avg
—
—
EV/EBITDA
5.5x
S&P 500
15.2x
-64%
Energy
7.9x
-30%
5Y Avg
4.3x
+28%
Price/FCF
10.1x
S&P 500
21.3x
-53%
Energy
13.3x
-24%
5Y Avg
6.9x
+46%
Price/Sales
1.7x
S&P 500
3.1x
-45%
Energy
1.6x
+9%
5Y Avg
1.1x
+58%
Dividend Yield
1.98%
S&P 500
1.87%
+6%
Energy
2.89%
-32%
5Y Avg
2.36%
-16%
| Metric | OVV | S&P 500 | Energy | 5Y Avg OVV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forward PE | 7.7x | 19.1x-60% | 13.2x-42% | — |
| Trailing PE | 12.5x | 25.2x-50% | 16.8x-26% | 6.7x+88% |
| PEG Ratio | — | 1.74x | 0.50x | — |
| EV/EBITDA | 5.5x | 15.2x-64% | 7.9x-30% | 4.3x+28% |
| Price/FCF | 10.1x | 21.3x-53% | 13.3x-24% | 6.9x+46% |
| Price/Sales | 1.7x | 3.1x-45% | 1.6x | 1.1x+58% |
| Dividend Yield | 1.98% | 1.87% | 2.89% | 2.36% |
OVV trades above S&P 500 benchmarks on 0 of 5 measured multiples — appears modestly priced relative to the S&P 500 on most measures.
Forward P/E and PEG reflect analyst consensus estimates. Historical averages use trailing ratios where forward data is unavailable.S&P 500 and sector benchmarks both use trailing median P/E — similar readings indicate the broader index and sector are priced alike.
Open valuation toolOVV Financial Health
Verdict
Strong
OVV generates $3.6B in free cash flow at a 41.2% margin — returns 4.0% of market cap to shareholders annually.
Cash Engine
Revenue, margins, and cash generation
Revenue (TTM)
Trailing-twelve-month sales base
$8.8B
Revenue Growth
TTM vs prior year
-4.0%
Gross Margin
Gross profit as a share of revenue
47.1%
Operating Margin
Operating income divided by revenue
12.6%
Net Margin
Net income divided by revenue
14.1%
EPS (TTM)
Diluted earnings per share, trailing twelve months
$4.78
Free Cash Flow (TTM)
Cash generation after capex
$3.6B
FCF Margin
FCF as share of revenue — the primary cash quality signal
41.2%
Capital Quality
ROIC, leverage, and debt serviceability
ROIC
Return on invested capital — primary competitive quality signal
8.0%
ROA
Return on assets, trailing twelve months
6.1%
Cash & Equivalents
Liquid assets on the balance sheet
$35M
Net Debt
Total debt minus cash
$7.5B
Debt Serviceability
Net debt as a multiple of annual free cash flow
2.1× FCF
~2.1 years to full repayment at current FCF run-rate
ROE
Return on equity, trailing twelve months
11.1%
Shareholder Returns
How capital is returned to owners
Total shareholder yield
4.0%
Dividend
2.0%
Buyback
2.0%
Share Repurchases
Trailing buyback outflow — dollar magnitude of capital returned
$307M
Dividend / Share
Annualized trailing dividend per share
$1.19
Payout Ratio
Share of earnings distributed as dividends
24.8%
Shares Outstanding
Declining as buybacks retire shares
260M
All figures from the trailing twelve months. ROIC uses invested capital (equity + net debt).
Open full ratios pageOVV Stock Risk Factors
Key factors that could pressure the stock price, compress the multiple, or weigh on future results.
AI analysis · updated April 29, 2026
High Risk
Commodity Price Volatility
Ovintiv's revenue and profitability are heavily dependent on fluctuating prices of oil, natural gas liquids (NGLs), and natural gas. Regional price swings, particularly in natural gas, can significantly impact their financial performance, leading to sharp reactions in stock price.
High Risk
High Debt Load
As of September 30, 2025, Ovintiv carries approximately $5.187 billion in debt, which poses a significant risk to its financial stability. The company's ability to service this debt is contingent on future operational performance, which is influenced by factors beyond its control.
Medium
Regulatory and Environmental Pressures
The energy sector, including Ovintiv, faces increasing scrutiny regarding environmental impacts, particularly methane emissions. Evolving regulations and compliance requirements could affect the company's operational flexibility and cost structure.
Medium
Operational and Integration Risks
Risks associated with the exploration, development, and production of oil and natural gas are inherent to Ovintiv's operations. The integration of newly acquired assets, such as the NuVista Energy acquisition, presents additional execution and integration risks.
Medium
Geopolitical and Market Factors
Ovintiv's operations are exposed to geopolitical events and broader market dynamics that can influence commodity prices and supply chains. The company's significant exposure to Canadian natural gas markets (AECO basis risk) is managed through hedges and transportation contracts, which can incur additional costs.
Lower
Share Price Volatility
The trading price of Ovintiv's securities is subject to volatility that may not always correlate with the company's financial or operational performance. This volatility can be influenced by market appraisals of its strategy and broader economic conditions.
Lower
Insurance and Unforeseen Events
Ovintiv is exposed to operational risks that could lead to substantial losses. While the company is insured, there is a risk that insurance may not fully cover all potential liabilities from significant events.
Lower
Canadian Asset Exposure
A significant portion of Ovintiv's revenue is generated from its Canadian operations, making it susceptible to geopolitical and regulatory risks specific to that region.
These are risk mechanisms, not predictions. The key question is which would force a cut to earnings estimates or a lower multiple than the market currently prices in.
Why OVV Stock Could Outperform
Structural drivers behind the upside case and why the stock could outperform over the next 12 months.
AI analysis · updated April 29, 2026
Strategic Asset Focus
Ovintiv has been actively reshaping its portfolio, divesting non-core assets and acquiring strategic assets like NuVista Energy. This focus on high-margin basins such as the Permian and Montney is expected to drive future growth and profitability.
Operational Efficiency and Production Growth
The company has demonstrated enhanced operational performance, leading to upward revisions in production guidance. Improvements in capital efficiency within its core assets suggest potential for future growth and increased free cash flow.
Financial Strength and Shareholder Returns
Ovintiv has a strong financial position and has committed to returning at least 75% of its free cash flow to shareholders through share repurchases and variable dividends. This focus on capital allocation aims to enhance shareholder value.
Undervaluation Potential
Some analyses suggest that Ovintiv may be undervalued relative to its growth potential, citing a relatively low PEG ratio. The intrinsic value under a base-case scenario is estimated to be higher than the current market price, indicating potential upside.
Upward Earnings Revisions
Recent upward revisions in earnings per share forecasts suggest stronger near-term profitability expectations. This trend reflects growing confidence in the company's financial performance.
A real bull case compounds — each driver matters most when it strengthens margins, supports capital returns, and keeps the company above the market's minimum growth bar simultaneously.
OVV Stock Price Performance
52-week range context and price returns across multiple time horizons. Dividend contribution is shown separately in the Capital Return section.
Current Price
$59.90
52W Range Position
88%
52-Week Range
Current price plotted between the 52-week low and high.
52-Week Low
$33.26
+80.1% from the low
52-Week High
$63.46
-5.6% from the high
1 Month
+0.81%
3 Month
+28.73%
YTD
+47.9%
1 Year
+72.9%
3Y CAGR
+19.6%
5Y CAGR
+18.2%
10Y CAGR
+6.8%
Range context matters because valuation compression and earnings misses rarely hit from the same starting point. A stock already far below its high can still fall, but it is no longer carrying the same embedded optimism as one pressing a fresh peak.
OVV vs Peers
Valuation, growth, and margin comparison against the closest publicly traded peers for this company.
Peer Set
Accurate peer set
Forward PE
7.7x
vs 8.9x median
-13% below peer median
Revenue Growth
-0.5%
vs +15.8% median
-103% below peer median
Net Margin
14.1%
vs 15.9% median
-11% below peer median
| Company | Mkt Cap | Fwd PE | Rev Grw | Margin | Rating | Upside |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
OVV OVV Ovintiv Inc. | $15.2B | 7.7x | -0.5% | 14.1% | Buy | -6.2% |
DVN DVN Devon Energy Corporation | $29.0B | 8.9x | +21.7% | 15.9% | Buy | +15.4% |
FAN FANG Diamondback Energy, Inc. | $54.9B | 10.9x | +15.8% | 2.7% | Buy | +3.2% |
APA APA APA Corporation | $13.6B | 7.0x | -2.2% | 16.1% | Hold | -15.2% |
SM SM SM Energy Company | $3.3B | 4.3x | +44.0% | 20.5% | Buy | +1.6% |
COP COP ConocoPhillips | $144.9B | 13.8x | +8.9% | 12.6% | Buy | +6.9% |
This peer comparison reflects companies with similar business models, product lines, or market positioning, supplemented by industry grouping when direct matches are limited.
OVV Dividend and Capital Return
OVV returns 4.0% annually — 1.98% through dividends and 2.0% through buybacks.
Dividend SustainableFCF Well Covered
Total Shareholder Yield
4.0%
Dividend + buyback return per year
Buyback Yield
2.0%
Dividend Yield
1.98%
Payout Ratio
24.8%
How OVV Splits Its Return
Div 1.98%
Buyback 2.0%
Dividend 1.98%Buybacks 2.0%
Dividend Profile
Yield, cadence, and growth quality
Dividend / Share
Trailing annualized cash dividend
$1.19
Growth Streak
Consecutive years of dividend increases
5Y
3Y Div CAGR
8.1%
5Y Div CAGR
26.2%
Ex-Dividend Date
—
Payment Cadence
Quarterly
4 payments over the last 12 months
Buyback Engine
How much per-share support comes from repurchases
Repurchases (TTM)
Cash used for buybacks in the latest trailing period
$307M
Estimated Shares Retired
5M
Approx. Share Reduction
2.0%
Shares Outstanding
Current diluted share count from the screening snapshot
260M
At 2.0%/year, buybacks mechanically lift EPS even with flat earnings — each remaining share represents a slightly larger piece of the company.
| Year | Div / Share | YoY Grw | BB Yield | Total Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $0.30 | — | — | — |
| 2025 | $1.20 | 0.0% | 3.0% | 6.0% |
| 2024 | $1.20 | +4.3% | 5.5% | 8.4% |
| 2023 | $1.15 | +21.1% | 3.7% | 6.3% |
| 2022 | $0.95 | +103.2% | 5.5% | 7.3% |
FAQ
7 questionsOVV Investor Questions
Common questions answered from live analyst data and company financials.
01Is Ovintiv Inc. (OVV) stock a buy or sell in 2026?
Ovintiv Inc. (OVV) is rated Buy by Wall Street analysts as of 2026. Of 26 analysts covering the stock, 19 rate it Buy or Strong Buy, 7 rate it Hold, and 0 rate it Sell or Strong Sell. The consensus 12-month price target is $56, implying -6.2% from the current price of $60.
02What is the OVV stock price target for 2026?
The Wall Street consensus price target for OVV is $56 based on 26 analyst estimates. The high-end target is $75 (+25.2% from today), and the low-end target is $47 (-21.5%). The base case model target is $71.
03Is Ovintiv Inc. (OVV) stock overvalued in 2026?
OVV trades at 7.7x times forward earnings. The stock currently trades at a discount to the broader market. Based on current multiples versus the peer group, the relative model signals slightly overvalued. Whether the stock is over or undervalued ultimately depends on whether consensus earnings estimates are achievable.
04What are the main risks for Ovintiv Inc. (OVV) stock in 2026?
The primary risks for OVV in 2026 are: (1) Commodity Price Volatility — Ovintiv's revenue and profitability are heavily dependent on fluctuating prices of oil, natural gas liquids (NGLs), and natural gas. (2) High Debt Load — As of September 30, 2025, Ovintiv carries approximately $5. (3) Regulatory and Environmental Pressures — The energy sector, including Ovintiv, faces increasing scrutiny regarding environmental impacts, particularly methane emissions. Each factor has the potential to pressure earnings or compress the stock's valuation multiple.
05What is Ovintiv Inc.'s revenue and earnings forecast?
Analyst consensus estimates OVV will report consensus revenue of $8.7B (-0.5% year-over-year) and EPS of $5.99 (+25.3% year-over-year) for the upcoming fiscal year. The following year, analysts project $8.3B in revenue.
06When does Ovintiv Inc. (OVV) report its next earnings?
Ovintiv Inc. is expected to report its next earnings on approximately 2026-05-11. Consensus expects EPS of $1.83 and revenue of $2.3B. Over recent quarters, OVV has beaten EPS estimates 67% of the time.
07How much free cash flow does Ovintiv Inc. generate?
Ovintiv Inc. (OVV) generated $3.6B in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months — a free cash flow margin of 41.2%. OVV returns capital to shareholders through dividends (2.0% yield) and share repurchases ($307M TTM).