Headwater Exploration (TSE:HWX)
TSX:HWX
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HWX Stock Chart & Stats
C$11.53
<C$0.01(0.07%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
C$11.53
<C$0.01(0.07%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week RangeC$5.54 - C$13.58
Previous CloseN/A
Volume257.86K
Average Volume (3M)679.74K
Market Cap
C$3.20B
Enterprise ValueC$3.11B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)C$102.00M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)C$14.04M
Price to Earnings (P/E)14.5
Beta0.75
Next Earnings
Jul 30, 2026EPS Estimate
0.13Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield4.58%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.15
Shares Outstanding237,762,880
10 Day Avg. Volume621,858
30 Day Avg. Volume679,737
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.73
Price to Book (P/B)2.98
Price to Sales (P/S)4.33
P/FCF Ratio19.90
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
C$13.17Price Target Upside14.19% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering3
EPS Forecast (FY)0.67
Revenue Forecast (FY)C$549.53M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Conservative Balance Sheet / Low LeverageExtremely low debt and growing equity materially reduce financial risk and preserve flexibility. Over 2–6 months this supports capital allocation optionality (sustain dividends, fund drilling, or opportunistic M&A) and buffers the company through commodity-driven downturns.
High And Consistent ProfitabilitySustained sector-leading margins indicate efficient operations and attractive returns on capital. High margins increase resilience versus price shocks, enable internal funding of projects, and support long-term shareholder returns even if volumes or prices fluctuate.
Strong Operating Cash GenerationConsistent OCF well above net income demonstrates real cash conversion and operational cash strength. Improving free cash flow enhances the firm's ability to invest in development, reduce volatility risk, and maintain distributions without relying on external financing.
Bears Say
Cyclical Revenue Profile And Recent DeclineMaterial revenue volatility and the 2025 decline reduce predictability of cash flows and returns. Over several months this can constrain discretionary spending, force prioritization of capex or payouts, and increase sensitivity to commodity prices and volumes.
Margin Compression From 2024 To 2025Eroding margins weaken the company's profitability buffer against lower commodity prices or higher operating costs. If compression persists over quarters, it could reduce free cash flow, hinder reinvestment, and pressure return-on-capital metrics that underpin long-term returns.
Modest Free Cash Flow Vs. Net Income; Capex IntensityRelatively low FCF as a share of net income reflects ongoing capex and reinvestment needs. Over 2–6 months, this can limit available excess cash for dividends or buybacks and could necessitate external funding if commodity-driven cash drops, reducing financial flexibility.
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HWX FAQ
What was Headwater Exploration’s price range in the past 12 months?
Headwater Exploration lowest stock price was C$5.54 and its highest was C$13.58 in the past 12 months.
What is Headwater Exploration’s market cap?
Headwater Exploration’s market cap is C$3.20B.
When is Headwater Exploration’s upcoming earnings report date?
Headwater Exploration’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 30, 2026 which is in 90 days.
How were Headwater Exploration’s earnings last quarter?
Headwater Exploration released its earnings results on Apr 30, 2026. The company reported C$0.15 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of C$0.135 by C$0.015.
Is Headwater Exploration overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Headwater Exploration’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Headwater Exploration pay dividends?
Headwater Exploration pays a Quarterly dividend of C$0.11 which represents an annual dividend yield of 4.58%. See more information on Headwater Exploration dividends here
What is Headwater Exploration’s EPS estimate?
Headwater Exploration’s EPS estimate is 0.13.
How many shares outstanding does Headwater Exploration have?
Headwater Exploration has 237,762,880 shares outstanding.
What happened to Headwater Exploration’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Headwater Exploration reported an EPS of C$0.15 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of C$0.135. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -1.527%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Headwater Exploration?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in TSE:HWX
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
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
C$13.17 (14.19% Upside)
C$13.17 (14.19% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
TSE:HWX Sentiment 100%
Sector Average 73%
Sector Average 73%
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth C$5.5M over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
64.25%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
20.71%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
9.60%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Headwater Exploration
Headwater Exploration Inc., a junior resource company, engages in the exploration, development, and production of petroleum and natural gas in the Western Canadian Sedimentary Basin and onshore in New Brunswick. It holds interests in the McCully Field located to the northeast of Sussex, New Brunswick; the Clearwater play located in the Marten Hills, Alberta; and the Frederick Brook shale gas prospect located in New Brunswick. The company was formerly known as Corridor Resources Inc. and changed its name to Headwater Exploration Inc. in March 2020. Headwater Exploration Inc. is headquartered in Calgary, Canada.
HWX Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
C$13.17
▲(14.19% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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