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BP PLC ADR(BP)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
4-STAR RATING
REGULAR BUY
BUY for 44 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+2.59% ▲
LAST CLOSE
$44.41
09/24/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for BP

09/24/2026: BP (4-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY for 44 days. Simulated Profits (2.59%). Updated daily EoD!

BP is an integrated energy company that produces oil and gas while increasingly shifting toward low-carbon energy and retail convenience. Its core strengths include a vast global footprint, a sophisticated energy trading unit, and a resilient retail network. The investment story revolves around navigating a multi-year transition toward renewable energy while maintaining stable cash flows from legacy assets. Primary risks include exposure to volatile oil prices, execution challenges related to its ambitious net-zero strategy, and regulatory pressures. BP may suit income-focused investors looking for steady dividends and value investors interested in the energy sector, provided they can tolerate the cyclical nature and long-term business transformation risks.

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The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.

Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitGrowth is moderate as the company balances legacy operations with energy transition investments.
Momentum investorMixed fitMomentum depends heavily on the prevailing sentiment toward energy prices and clean energy targets.
Value investorStrong fitBP often trades at valuation multiples that appeal to investors looking for cash-generative energy assets.
Dividend investorStrong fitBP is generally preferred by income-focused investors due to its long history of dividend payments.
Low-risk investorWeak fitExposure to volatile commodity markets and geopolitical risks makes the stock less suitable for low-risk portfolios.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighCompany earnings are highly sensitive to global crude oil and natural gas prices.
Valuation riskMediumMarket sentiment toward fossil fuel companies can lead to unpredictable valuation swings.
Competition risk (energy transition)Medium / highCompetition from both legacy oil peers and new renewable energy companies is intense.
Business qualityMediumThe transition process adds complexity to the business model compared to purely traditional producers.
Dividend incomeMediumDividends depend on free cash flow generation which remains subject to market cycles.
Execution riskMediumSuccessfully managing the transition to a net-zero energy company requires complex operational execution.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.

Smooth
PRICE STABILITY

Smooth

The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 6.57%
Avg. Invested days 52
Today’s Advisory Regular Buy
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
BP receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid quantitative characteristics, and solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by soft unit economics, weak price momentum, and limited analyst upside.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
BP has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with moderate financial health, soft growth momentum, and moderate ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, solid cash generation (FCF margin 6.0%) is partially offset by negative earnings growth (-85.6%), moderate revenue growth (+0.1%), soft profitability (net margin 0.0%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
BP's financial health is supported by strong cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation of $11.3B (6.0% of revenue). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Revenue growth is BP's strongest growth driver at +0.1% FY2025 versus FY2024 (moderate, 3 stars). By comparison, while earnings growth (-85.6%, negative) and free-cash-flow growth (-6.1%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 14.1% and approximately 390.1% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership is only 0.00%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Fisher Asset Management, LLC 2.57%
Dimensional Fund Advisors, Inc. 0.73%
Acadian Asset Management LLC 0.69%
State Street Corp 0.63%
GQG Partners LLC 0.55%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
BP generates approximately $177 of gross profit, $82 of operating income, and $60 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Strong cash conversion and healthy margins support the rating, although capital efficiency remains below the highest tier.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 83.28%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
BP has a large-cap, liquid, relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedLow VolatilityLarge / Mega Cap StabilityHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 114.58B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 20.6
1Y Target Price 48.59
Price to earnings Ratio 20.6
1Y Target Price 48.59
Volume (30-day avg) 9.7M shares
Beta -0.22
52 Weeks Range 31.12 - 47.14
Updated Date 09/24/2026
52 Weeks Range 31.12 - 47.14
Updated Date 09/24/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 4.68%
Basic EPS (TTM) 2.16

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Oil and Gas ProductionUpstream exploration and development of hydrocarbon resources.The foundation of cash flow, sensitive to energy prices.
Refining and TradingConverting crude to fuels and high-margin trading operations.Provides operational margins often offset by production volatility.
Customers and ProductsRetail fuel, EV charging, and convenience stores.A growth-oriented segment aiming to capture consumer loyalty.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

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Valuation

Trailing PE 20.6
Forward PE 9.84
Enterprise Value 147.50B
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.53
Enterprise Value 147.50B
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.53
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.68
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 3.71
Shares Outstanding 2.58B
Shares Floating 10.05B
Shares Outstanding 2.58B
Shares Floating 10.05B
Percent Insiders -
Percent Institutions 14.09

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Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

Information icon Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.

Net Income (Profit)

Information icon Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.

Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

Information icon Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.

📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

Information icon Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.

EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

Information icon Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.

Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

Information icon Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.

🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

Information icon Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.

Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

Information icon Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.

Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

Information icon Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.

🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

Information icon Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.

Total Assets (Asset Base)

Information icon The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.

Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

Information icon Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.

⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

Information icon Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.

Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.

Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

News (Last Updated: 09/24/2026)

About BP PLC ADR

Exchange NYSE
Headquarters -
IPO Launch date 1977-01-03
CEO & Director Ms. Marguerite Eileen O'Neill B.Sc., M.Sc.
Sector Energy
Industry Oil & Gas Integrated
Full time employees 93700
Full time employees 93700

BP p.l.c., an integrated energy company, engages in the oil and gas business worldwide. The company operates through Gas & Low Carbon Energy, Oil Production & Operations, and Customers & Products segments. It engages in the production of natural gas, marketing, and trading activities, as well as solar, wind, and hydrogen businesses. The company also offers aviation fuel products and services, such as jet fuel; aviation gasoline; UL91 aviation fuel; and sustainable aviation fuel. In addition, it engages in the convenience and retail fuel; EV charging; Castrol lubricants and fluids; B2B; midstream; crude oil production; refining and oil trading; and bioenergy businesses. The company was founded in 1908 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.