IMO Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

IMO - Imperial Oil Limited

PETROLEUM REFINING
$126.27
1.85 (1.49%) ▲
5d: +1.35%
30d: -3.22%
90d: +5.45%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jun 3, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 31, 2026

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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: IMO shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 4.5% decline. Moderate conviction.
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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)

Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation

0% (Stagnation) 50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$85.23
Based on -9.6% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$52.92
Trading above historical range

How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 13.9x Exit PE.

In-depth Analysis How we analyze

Valuation Analysis: IMO is currently trading at $126.27, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $124.68 to $134.32. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 12.1) compared to its historical average (13.9). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 4.5% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.

Technical Outlook: Technically, IMO is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $117.80, while resistance sits at $139.44.

Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. However, the stock is trading significantly above the average Wall Street target of $109.72. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.

Quick Decision Summary

Current Position SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range $124.68 - $134.32
Company Quality Score 52/100 (HOLD)
Volume Confirmation HIGH
Confidence Score 70.0%

All Signals

  • BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
  • NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
  • BULLISH: High volume confirmation
  • BEARISH: Trading 13.1% above Wall St target ($109.72)

Trading Range Analysis

30-Day Trading Range $124.68 - $134.32
Current vs Trading Range SLIGHTLY LOW

Support & Resistance Levels

Support Level $117.80
Resistance Level $139.44
Current Trend Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of Jun 2, 2026

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 12.08
Wall Street Target $109.72 (-13.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY) -0.4%
Earnings Growth (YoY) -23.0%
Profit Margin 6.2%
Valuation Discount vs History -4.5% cheaper
PE vs Historical 12.1 vs 13.9 CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY): -4.5% (market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target $120.59 (-5%)
2-Year Target $115.16 (-9%)
3-Year Target $109.98 (-13%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 12→14) $126.53 (+0%)
3-Year Scenarios Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull: (PE: 21.9, Growth: -23.2%) $166.93 (+32%)
Base: (SPY PE: 12.1, Growth: -23.2%) $92.05 (-27%)
Bear: (PE: 10.3, Growth: -23.2%) $78.24 (-38%)
📈 Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (29x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (12x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 29.18 | Current EPS (TTM): $4.27
Bull Case $274.10 (+123%)
Analyst growth 100.0%, PE expands to 32.1
Base Case $249.18 (+103%)
Market implied 100.0%, PE stable at 29.2
Bear Case $84.72 (-31%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 24.8
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
💡 Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 12.1 to 13.9
Stabilization Target: $145.27 (+15.0%)
PE Expansion Potential: +15.0%
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