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YPF Sociedad Anonima ( (YPF) ) has shared an update.
On January 22, 2026, YPF Sociedad Anónima signed an agreement with Pluspetrol S.A. to exchange 44.44% of the shares of Vaca Muerta Inversiones S.A.U. held by YPF for Pluspetrol’s 50% stakes in the Las Tacanas, Meseta Buena Esperanza and Aguada Villanueva areas in the province of Neuquén, giving YPF full ownership of these three blocks. Vaca Muerta Inversiones, now wholly owned by YPF, holds a 45% interest in the joint operation and joint venture for the La Escalonada and Rincón La Ceniza blocks, and the asset swap, which is subject to customary closing conditions and involves no significant immediate income or expenditure for either YPF or Pluspetrol, effectively consolidates YPF’s position in key Neuquén acreage while simplifying its partnership structure in the region.
The most recent analyst rating on (YPF) stock is a Hold with a $37.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on YPF Sociedad Anonima stock, see the YPF Stock Forecast page.
Spark’s Take on YPF Stock
According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, YPF is a Neutral.
YPF’s overall score reflects significant challenges in financial performance, particularly in profitability and cash flow. However, strong operational achievements in shale oil production and strategic initiatives provide a positive outlook. The technical analysis suggests potential bullish momentum, but valuation concerns remain due to ongoing losses.
To see Spark’s full report on YPF stock, click here.
More about YPF Sociedad Anonima
YPF Sociedad Anónima is Argentina’s leading integrated energy company, engaged primarily in the exploration and production of hydrocarbons, as well as refining and marketing of oil and gas products. The company has a significant operational and investment focus on the Vaca Muerta shale formation and other upstream assets in the Neuquén Basin, a core region for Argentina’s unconventional oil and gas development.
Average Trading Volume: 2,012,031
Technical Sentiment Signal: Strong Buy
Current Market Cap: $14.5B
For an in-depth examination of YPF stock, go to TipRanks’ Overview page.