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Devon Energy Corporation(DVN)

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EXPLORE ADVISORIES AND THEIR HISTORY
QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
1-STAR RATING
SELL
SELL for 2 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
-15.44% ▼
LAST CLOSE
$42.4
11/09/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for DVN

11/09/2026: DVN (1-star) is a SELL. SELL for 2 days. Simulated Profits (-15.44%). Updated daily EoD!

Devon Energy is an independent U.S. exploration and production company, known for its significant position in the Delaware Basin. The company has a strong reputation for operational efficiency and a disciplined capital allocation strategy that returns substantial free cash flow to shareholders through a unique fixed-plus-variable dividend model. Its primary investment story centers on capturing high margins from U.S. shale while maintaining a lean cost structure. However, investors must consider risks like high commodity price sensitivity, regulatory hurdles, and the long-term challenges of the energy transition. This stock may suit dividend-focused or value investors, provided they can tolerate the inherent volatility of the energy sector.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

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 limited by the company's focus on capital discipline over aggressive production volume expansion.
Momentum investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveStrong fit while the commodity cycle and oil prices maintain an upward or positive signal for energy stocks.
Value investorStrong fitThe company often trades at reasonable valuations relative to its free cash flow generation.
Dividend investorStrong fitThe variable dividend policy provides attractive income potential during periods of high commodity prices.
Low-risk investorWeak fitExposure to volatile energy prices makes the stock unsuitable for investors seeking low volatility.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighCompany earnings are directly tied to global oil and gas prices which are highly unpredictable.
Valuation riskMediumThe share price is highly dependent on market sentiment regarding the energy sector outlook.
Competition risk (Commodity market)MediumCompetition for prime acreage and capital can affect margins.
Business qualityMediumWhile the asset base is strong, the business is inherently cyclical and commodity-dependent.
Dividend incomeMediumVariable dividends fluctuate with earnings, making income less predictable than fixed-payout stocks.
Execution riskLowDevon has a proven track record of efficient drilling and operational excellence in its core basins.

Price Behavior

Steady Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Steady Uptrend

The stock demonstrates consistent and steady upward price momentum.

Moderately Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Moderately Choppy

The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -35.36%
Avg. Invested days 35
Today’s Advisory SELL
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
DVN receives a 4-star rating, supported by solid unit economics, solid company fundamentals, solid quantitative characteristics, and strong analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
DVN has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, solid growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong cash generation (FCF margin 16.3%) and solid profitability (net margin 15.4%) are partially offset by negative earnings growth (-8.6%), moderate revenue growth (+7.8%), very low insider ownership of 0.77%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
DVN's financial health is supported by strong cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation of $2.8B (16.3% of revenue). Liquidity is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is DVN's strongest growth driver at +427.9% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, while revenue growth (+7.8%, moderate) and earnings growth (-8.6%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 96.7% and approximately 99.2% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership is only 0.77%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 8.67%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 6.85%
State Street Corp 6.65%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 5.21%
Wellington Management Company LLP 4.68%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
DVN generates approximately $255 of gross profit, $224 of operating income, and $163 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Moderate margins and solid cash conversion support the rating, although capital efficiency remains moderate.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 22.65%

Quantitative Style Profile

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

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedQuality TiltLow VolatilityLarge / Mega Cap StabilityHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 48.11B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 9.91
1Y Target Price 61.52
Price to earnings Ratio 9.91
1Y Target Price 61.52
Volume (30-day avg) 9.9M shares
Beta 0.48
52 Weeks Range 33.26 - 52.28
Updated Date 11/08/2026
52 Weeks Range 33.26 - 52.28
Updated Date 11/08/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 2.61%
Basic EPS (TTM) 4.26

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Oil ProductionExtraction and sale of crude oil primarily from the Permian Basin.This is the core engine of Devon's profitability and cash flow.
Natural Gas/NGLsProduction and processing of natural gas and associated liquids.Provides supplementary revenue that correlates with industrial energy demand.
Geography (US Focus)Operations concentrated in U.S. shale basins (Delaware, Anadarko, etc.).The company is a pure-play U.S. operator, mitigating international geopolitical risk.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-11-05
When After Market
Estimate 1.24
Actual 1.42

Profitability

Profit Margin 16.28%
Operating Margin (TTM) 19.84%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 6.51%
Return on Equity (TTM) 12.56%

Valuation

Trailing PE 9.91
Forward PE 7.74
Enterprise Value 57.06B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.18
Enterprise Value 57.06B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.18
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.9
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 6.48
Shares Outstanding 1.14B
Shares Floating 1.13B
Shares Outstanding 1.14B
Shares Floating 1.13B
Percent Insiders 0.77
Percent Institutions 96.67

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.

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