Energy Stocks: Quality Scores and Valuation

Median quality

20 / 100

Scoring 70+

1

Median ROIC

4.2%

Median op. margin

7.6%

Pay a dividend

85 · 38%

Medians are computed across every energy company we cover with the relevant figure available, from the most recent filings. See the methodology for how each score is calculated.

What to look at in energy

Earnings track commodity prices, so trailing figures can look spectacular or dreadful for reasons that have nothing to do with the business. Look at returns on capital across a decade, balance sheet strength going into a downturn, and whether dividends survived the last price collapse.

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