Exxon Mobil Corporation Stock Price Targets
Comprehensive analysis of short, mid, and long-term price targets for Exxon Mobil Corporation (XOM).
Give me a comprehensive price target analysis for Exxon Mobil Corporation (XOM).
Below is a comprehensive Exxon Mobil Corporation (XOM) analysis as of 2025-10-10, including the requested price-target horizontal lines drawn on the chart and a detailed a multi-horizon investment thesis.
Note on price-target lines drawn
- Low Target: 95.00 (green)
- Median Target: 124.50 (blue)
- High Target: 143.00 (red)
- Time span extended: 2025-10-10 to 2025-11-09 (30 days into the future)
- Colors:
- Low (support): #2ECC71 (green)
- Median (target/reference): #3498DB (blue)
- High (target/resistance): #E74C3C (red)
Technical note: I used the active price chart tool to draw horizontal lines at 95, 124.5, and 143, extending to 2025-11-09. This provides a clear price-range framework for evaluating near-term dynamics against the longer-term target paths.
Executive Summary
- Investment thesis: Exxon Mobil (XOM) remains a high-cash-flow producer with a strong dividend, robust balance sheet, and meaningful buyback opportunities. The stock trades at a modest forward multiple versus peers and benefits from a resilient energy demand backdrop and potential upside from energy-market normalization. The interim line of sight to a median price target around 124.50 and a high target near 143.00 over the next 12 months suggests favorable upside potential, with a downside buffer near 95.0 if energy demand weakens or macro headwinds intensify.
- Overall price outlook: Moderately bullish on a 12-month horizon, with potential upside contingent on commodity cycle stability, energy margins, and continued capital-return discipline.
Fundamental Analysis Key metrics (selected, from provided data)
- Current price: 112.91
- Market cap: 481.36B
- Enterprise value: 518.10B
- Valuation:
- Trailing P/E: 16.04
- Forward P/E: 14.35
- Price-to-Book: 1.83
- PEG: not provided
- Returns and margins:
- Return on Equity (ROE): 11.83%
- Return on Assets (ROA): 5.28%
- Profit margin: 9.40%
- Gross margin: 31.02%
- Operating margin: 11.73%
- Leverage and liquidity:
- Debt-to-equity: 14.44x (high-ish leverage by some standards but within a stable, capital-intensive sector context)
- Total cash: ~14.35B
- Total debt: ~38.99B
- Dividend: 3.47% current yield (five-year avg. yield ~4.32%)
- Beta: 0.484 (lower market beta; indicates relatively lower volatility in broad-market terms)
Table: Selected Fundamentals
- Currency: USD
- Values reflect the provided data
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current price | 112.91 |
| Market cap | 481,363,230,720 |
| Enterprise value | 518,101,434,368 |
| Trailing P/E | 16.04 |
| Forward P/E | 14.35 |
| Price to book | 1.83 |
| ROE | 11.83% |
| ROA | 5.28% |
| Profit margin | 9.40% |
| Gross margin | 31.02% |
| Operating margin | 11.73% |
| Debt to equity | 14.44x |
| Total cash | 14.35B |
| Total debt | 38.99B |
| Dividend yield | 3.47% |
| Five-year avg. dividend yield | 4.32% |
| Beta | 0.484 |
Analyst Price Targets
- Current price: 112.91
- Number of analyst opinions: 24
- Target Low / Median / High / Mean:
- Low: 95.0
- Median: 124.5
- High: 143.0
- Mean: 124.83
Table: Analyst Targets
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current price | 112.91 |
| Number of opinions | 24 |
| Target low | 95.0 |
| Target median | 124.5 |
| Target high | 143.0 |
| Target mean | 124.83 |
Recent Earnings Summary (from provided quarterly data)
- The latest quarter (2025-06-30) shows a resilient revenue base and robust earnings relative to prior periods.
- Key items (latest three quarters shown in data):
- 2025-06-30:
- Total revenue: 79.48B
- Gross profit: 17.95B
- EBITDA: 16.95B
- EBIT: 10.85B
- Net income (continuing ops): 7.082B
- Diluted EPS: 1.64
- 2025-03-31:
- Total revenue: 81.06B
- Net income (continuing ops): 7.713B
- Diluted EPS: 1.76
- 2024-12-31:
- Total revenue: 81.06B
- Net income (continuing ops): 7.61B
- Diluted EPS: 1.72
- 2025-06-30:
- Observations:
- Revenue remained in a stable, high-70s to low-80s billions range quarterly.
- Diluted EPS improved sequentially into 2025-Q2 (1.64 vs 1.76 in Q1 2025), suggesting improving quarter-over-quarter profitability.
- EBITDA/EBIT figures indicate meaningful cash flow and operating leverage.
Table: Recent Earnings (selected quarters)
| Quarter (YYYY-MM-DD) | Total Revenue (USDB) | Gross Profit (USDB) | EBITDA (USDB) | EBIT (USDB) | Net Income (Continuing Ops) (USDB) | Diluted EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-06-30 | 79.48 | 17.95 | 16.95 | 10.85 | 7.082 | 1.64 |
| 2025-03-31 | 81.06 | — | — | — | 7.713 | 1.76 |
| 2024-12-31 | 81.06 | — | — | — | 7.61 | 1.72 |
EPS Trend
- The EPS trend data provided shows recent quarterly progression and broader year-over-year context.
- Current quarter (0q) EPS: 1.81177
- 7 days ago: 1.75649
- 30 days ago: 1.72944
- 60 days ago: 1.69809
- 90 days ago: 1.69257
- +1q (prior quarter) EPS: 1.57528
- 7 days ago: 1.53873
- 30 days ago: 1.56716
- 60 days ago: 1.56388
- 90 days ago: 1.54967
- 0y (trailing year) EPS: 6.71201
- 7 days ago: 6.62768
- 30 days ago: 6.69269
- 60 days ago: 6.66823
- 90 days ago: 6.54573
- +1y EPS: 7.46039
- 7 days ago: 7.45195
- 30 days ago: 7.61884
- 60 days ago: 7.70212
- 90 days ago: 7.54645 Interpretation:
- The most recent quarter shows a positive uplift in EPS versus the prior quarter (+q vs. 0q). The trailing year EPS is substantially higher than the current quarter due to the seasonality and annual earnings base. The year-over-year (+1y) figures suggest a higher annual earnings base over time, consistent with a company that uses consistent capex discipline and strong cash generation.
EPS Revisions
- 0q:
- Up last 7 days: 1
- Up last 30 days: 3
- Down last 30 days: 0
- Down last 7 days: 0
- +1q:
- Up last 7 days: 1
- Up last 30 days: 2
- Down last 30 days: 4
- Down last 7 days: 1
- 0y:
- Up last 7 days: 3
- Up last 30 days: 6
- Down last 30 days: 4
- Down last 7 days: 1
- +1y:
- Up last 7 days: 3
- Up last 30 days: 2
- Down last 30 days: 4
- Down last 7 days: 0
Interpretation:
- Near-term revisions (0q) skew slightly positive (more upgrades than downgrades in the last 30 days).
- Medium-term revisions (+1q) show net downgrades in the last 30/7 days, suggesting some concerns in the shorter horizon, but longer-term revisions (+0y, +1y) show more upgrades, indicating improved longer-term sentiment.
Technical Analysis (as of 2025-10-09 data window)
- Price action: The stock trades around 112.9 with ongoing positive momentum relative to the 50-day moving average, and the latest 50-day MA value around 111.0 (latest data show MA near 111.0). Price above the 50-day MA is a supportive bullish signal.
- 50-day Moving Average (MA): ~111.0 (late Sep to early Oct 2025)
- RSI (14): ~50.3 (midline neutral; modestly constructive)
- MACD (12,26,9): MACD ~0.5 vs. Signal ~0.7 (slightly bearish crossover recently; marginal positive momentum could develop)
- Current price vs. MA: Price is modestly above the 50-day MA, indicating a mild near-term upside bias if momentum improves.
Table: Key Technical Indicators (latest)
| Indicator | Value (approx) |
|---|---|
| Current price | 112.91 |
| 50-day MA | ~111.0 (as of 2025-10-09) |
| RSI (14) | ~50.3 |
| MACD (12,26,9) | MACD ~0.5; Signal ~0.7 |
Analyst Consensus & Price Targets
- Coverage: 24 analysts
- Current price: 112.91
- Targets:
- Low: 95.0
- Median: 124.5
- High: 143.0
- Mean: 124.83
Key implications:
- The median target implies roughly 10-12% upside in 12 months, with the high scenario implying ~26-27% upside in the same horizon.
- The current price is about 9-12% below the median target, leaving meaningful upside if the momentum sustains and macro conditions hold.
Price Target Analysis (Short, Mid, Long-Term)
- Short-Term (3 months): Target around 124.50 (median). Upside ~10-12% from 112.91.
- Drivers: Stabilizing energy demand/margins, continued buybacks, ongoing dividend support, and any positive earnings surprises.
- Mid-Term (12 months): Target around 143.00 (high). Upside ~26-27%.
- Drivers: Sustained cash flow strength, potential multiple expansion on earnings stability, capital-return optimization (buybacks/dividends), and a continued favorable energy-services backdrop if oil/gas prices hold support.
- Long-Term (3+ years): Price target range 150-170 (reasoned approximation based on steady-state fundamentals, capex discipline, and cash returns)
- Justification and drivers:
- Valuation framework: If Exxon sustains a forward P/E in the mid-teens and maintains strong FCF conversion, a long-run target in the 150-170 zone could be supported by earnings power and the company’s capital allocation strategy.
- Cash flow durability: A high cash-flow generation capability supports dividends and buybacks, supporting a higher equity value over time.
- Energy-market dynamics: A stable or modestly constructive energy demand environment and favorable refining margins could support durable earnings, which can compound into higher intrinsic value over multi-year horizons.
- Justification and drivers:
Table: Price Target Scenarios
| Horizon | Target (USD) | Upside vs Current (112.91) | Key Drivers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Short-Term (3 months) | 124.50 | ~10-12% | Earnings momentum, buybacks, stable margins |
| Mid-Term (12 months) | 143.00 | ~26-27% | Cash flow strength, multiple support, capital returns |
| Long-Term (3+ years) | 150-170 | ~33-50% | Durable earnings, stronger capital allocation, energy-cycle resilience |
Key Risks & Opportunities
- Risks:
- Energy price volatility and macro headwinds: A sustained downturn in energy prices or weaker demand could compress margins and cash flow.
- Regulatory and environmental scrutiny: As a major integrated energy co., Exxon faces policy risks that could affect returns or capex strategies.
- Commodity-cycle sensitivity: Near-term performance is sensitive to crude and refining margins; any prolonged weakness could weigh on EPS and valuation.
- Debt management: While leverage is not extreme, debt dynamics in a volatile energy environment can constrain flexibility.
- Opportunities:
- Cash flow generation and capital returns: Exxon’s strong FCF supports a durable dividend and buyback programs, which can provide downside support and upside leverage as investors reprice cash returns.
- Shareholder value rotation: If the market begins to favor steady, dividend-oriented energy names, XOM could see multiple expansion relative to peers.
- Energy demand resilience: The global energy demand trajectory supports continued volumes and resilience in downstream operations.
Investment Recommendation
- Recommendation: Hold
- Time horizon: 12–24 months
- Rationale:
- The stock trades below the high target (143) but above the low-target (95) with a median target at 124.50, implying a potential 10–12% to 26–27% upside in the near to mid-term depending on energy-market dynamics. The risk/reward is relatively balanced: a solid base-case upside driven by cash flow and capital returns, but near-term macro and energy-market volatility could dampen returns.
- Expected return potential over 12–24 months:
- Base-case: ~12–18% upside to the median target in ~12 months, with potential to 26–27% to the high target if catalysts play out.
- Long-run potential could be higher (in a favorable energy-cycle scenario), but that requires macro energy-market stability and continued execution on capital returns.
Appendix: Charted Price Targets (Horizontal Trendlines)
- Low Target (95.00) — Extension: 2025-10-10 to 2025-11-09 — color: green (#2ECC71)
- Median Target (124.50) — Extension: 2025-10-10 to 2025-11-09 — color: blue (#3498DB)
- High Target (143.00) — Extension: 2025-10-10 to 2025-11-09 — color: red (#E74C3C)
Data caveats
- All numerical data reflect the provided inputs and the latest available figures in the prompt. Real-world investment decisions should consider updated earnings releases, macroeconomic developments, and market conditions.
- The long-term target band is a reasoned, scenario-based extension given the lack of explicit 3+ year consensus numbers in the provided data. It is intended to illustrate potential upside under constructive energy-market conditions and strong capital-return execution.
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