DBS analyst Suvro Sarkar has maintained their bullish stance on SHEL stock, giving a Buy rating on January 31.
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Suvro Sarkar has given his Buy rating due to a combination of factors including Shell’s strategic focus on enhancing shareholder returns and maintaining strong cash flows despite recent earnings challenges. The company plans to increase dividends by 4% and continue share repurchases while reducing net debt, reflecting financial discipline and a commitment to shareholder value.
Shell’s robust earnings potential is driven by its integrated gas and upstream oil segments, which are expected to benefit from global supply constraints and geopolitical tensions. The company’s new strategic direction under CEO Wael Sawan emphasizes steady oil output and a significant expansion in the natural gas business, aligning with its status as the world’s largest LNG player. Shell’s higher yield and payout ratio compared to peers also enhance its appeal to investors, contributing to the favorable Buy rating.
In another report released on January 31, Barclays also maintained a Buy rating on the stock with a £36.00 price target.