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LNG Stock Chart & Stats
$251.07
$0.24(0.11%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$251.07
$0.24(0.11%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$186.20 - $300.89
Previous CloseN/A
Volume513.00K
Average Volume (3M)2.28M
Market Cap
$51.54B
Enterprise Value$73.13B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$1.77B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$26.41B
Price to Earnings (P/E)40.1
Beta0.15
Next Earnings
Jul 30, 2026EPS Estimate
2.91Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield1.07%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)6.14
Shares Outstanding209,551,860
10 Day Avg. Volume2,073,313
30 Day Avg. Volume2,277,388
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.12
Price to Book (P/B)5.40
Price to Sales (P/S)2.18
P/FCF Ratio17.35
Enterprise Value/Market Cap1.42
Enterprise Value/Revenue3.47
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit9.59
Enterprise Value/Ebitda11.15
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$316.10Price Target Upside25.90% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering11
EPS Forecast (FY)-1
Revenue Forecast (FY)$22.34B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Strong Cash Generation And Free Cash FlowConsistent, sizable operating cash flow and near‑par free cash flow provide durable internal funding for maintenance capex, dividends and buybacks. This cash generation reduces reliance on external funding and supports multi‑year capital allocation flexibility even if commodity cycles soften.
Deep Contract Coverage And Creditworthy Customer BaseA broad set of long‑term counterparties and minimal unsold 2026 volumes create predictable, fee‑based cash flows. High contract coverage limits exposure to spot price swings and underpins mid‑term revenue visibility, stabilizing distributable cash flow and supporting long‑term planning.
Proven Project Execution And Capacity ExpansionDemonstrated progress on Stage 3 and midscale trains expands contracted liquefaction capacity. Reliable project delivery enhances incremental fee revenue, improves utilization potential and strengthens long‑term competitive position as global LNG demand grows.
Bears Say
Accounting Volatility From Derivatives Causing GAAP SwingsLarge unrealized derivative mark‑to‑market losses produce big GAAP earnings volatility despite strong cash flows. Persistent hedging/contract exposures can create accounting swings that complicate investor assessment, stress covenants under adverse pricing, and distract management focus over multiple quarters.
Earnings And Margin Volatility Tied To Market SpreadsProfitability has swung materially year‑to‑year as marketing margins and timing of cargo recognition vary. Dependence on global price spreads and optimization means earnings can be cyclical, making distributable cash and reinvestment plans sensitive to sustained market moves.
Historically Cyclical Leverage And Past Negative EquityAlthough leverage has recently improved, a history of high debt ratios and past negative equity shows capital structure cyclicality. The balance sheet remains sensitive to earnings swings; future project spending or weaker margins could pressure leverage and limit strategic optionality.
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LNG FAQ
What was Cheniere Energy Inc.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Cheniere Energy Inc. lowest stock price was $186.20 and its highest was $300.89 in the past 12 months.
What is Cheniere Energy Inc.’s market cap?
Cheniere Energy Inc.’s market cap is $51.54B.
When is Cheniere Energy Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Cheniere Energy Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 30, 2026 which is in 27 days.
How were Cheniere Energy Inc.’s earnings last quarter?
Cheniere Energy Inc. released its earnings results on May 07, 2026. The company reported -$16.65 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $4.255 by -$20.905.
Is Cheniere Energy Inc. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Cheniere Energy Inc.’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Cheniere Energy Inc. pay dividends?
Cheniere Energy Inc. pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.555 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.07%. See more information on Cheniere Energy Inc. dividends here
What is Cheniere Energy Inc.’s EPS estimate?
Cheniere Energy Inc.’s EPS estimate is 2.91.
How many shares outstanding does Cheniere Energy Inc. have?
Cheniere Energy Inc. has 209,551,860 shares outstanding.
What happened to Cheniere Energy Inc.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Cheniere Energy Inc. reported an EPS of -$16.65 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of $4.255. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -5.6%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Cheniere Energy Inc.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in LNG
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Cheniere Energy Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
$316.10 (25.90% Upside)
$316.10 (25.90% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
LNG Sentiment 70%
Sector Average 69%
Sector Average 69%
Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 1.9M Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Crowd Wisdom
Very Positive
Last 7 Days ▲ 7.1%
Last 30 Days >0.1%
Last 30 Days >0.1%
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
4.35%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
23.48%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
7.58%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Cheniere Energy Inc.
Cheniere Energy, Inc. is an energy infrastructure firm predominantly focused on liquefied natural gas (LNG) related activities within the United States. The company owns and operates two significant LNG terminals: one in Sabine Pass, located in Cameron Parish, Louisiana, and another near Corpus Christi, Texas. Beyond its terminals, Cheniere also owns the 94-mile Creole Trail pipeline, which serves to connect the Sabine Pass LNG Terminal with various interstate and intrastate pipelines. It further manages the 21.5-mile Corpus Christi pipeline, ensuring the Corpus Christi LNG terminal is linked to a diverse network of natural gas pipelines, both within and across state lines. The company also participates in the marketing of LNG and natural gas. Cheniere Energy, Inc. was established in 1983 and has its corporate headquarters in Houston, Texas.
LNG Company Deck
LNG Earnings Call
Q1 2026
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call presented a materially positive operational and financial picture: record quarterly exports, strong adjusted EBITDA and DCF, upwardly revised full-year guidance, accelerated project execution (Stage 3 and midscale trains), disciplined capital allocation including sizable buybacks and dividend growth targets, and improved credit ratings. Key negatives centered on GAAP net loss driven by mark-to-market derivative volatility, significant near-term market disruption from the Middle East (reducing global LNG supply and increasing price/physical volatility), Europe’s tight storage, and some demand pullback in price-sensitive markets. On balance, the company’s operational progress, guidance upgrade, improved liquidity and capital allocation actions outweigh the challenges from market volatility and accounting-driven GAAP losses.View all LNG earnings summariesLNG Revenue Breakdown
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14.26% U.K.
14.06% U.S.
7.83% Ireland
47.15% Other

LNG Stock 12 Month Forecast
All Analysts
Top Analysts
Average Price Target
$316.10
▲(25.90% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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Ownership Overview
0.58% Insiders
22.67% Mutual Funds
0.47% Other Institutional Investors
58.81% Public Companies and Individual Investors








