CONOCOPHILLIPS (COP) Factsheet
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CONOCOPHILLIPS (COP) Stock Analysis
Analysis from 10-Q filed 2026-08-06. Data as of Q2 2026.
Overall Grade: F (Concerning)
Grade F (Concerning). ROIC 19.1%. D/E 0.4x. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-06.
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| ROIC | 19.1% | Solid returns |
| Debt/Equity | 0.4x | Conservative leverage |
ROIC 19.1% — Top 25% of sector peers.
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Profitability: CONOCOPHILLIPS earns 19.1% ROIC, Top 25% in Energy
ROIC TTM 19.1%, sector median 7.1%, Top 25%. DuPont: NOPAT margin 29.4% × asset turnover 0.5x. Gross margin 62.0%. Operating margin 46.3%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-06.
| Metric | COP | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 19.1% | Good | Above sector median of 7.1% |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 14.3% | Adequate | Moderate equity returns |
| Gross Margin | 62.0% | Excellent | Strong pricing power |
| Operating Margin | 46.3% | Excellent | Efficient operations |
Cash Flow Analysis for CONOCOPHILLIPS
OCF/Net income 2.4x. Positive FCF in NaN/8 trailing quarters. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-06.
| Metric | COP | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| OCF/Net Income | 2.4x | Excellent | High earnings quality |
| FCF Consistency (8Q) | N/A | Warning | Variable cash flow |
Balance Sheet: CONOCOPHILLIPS at 0.4x leverage, 36.8x interest coverage
Debt/Equity 0.4x. Total debt $23.3B, cash & investments $7.7B. Interest coverage 36.8x. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-06.
| Metric | COP | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt to Equity | 0.4x | Good | Conservative capital structure |
| Net Cash Position | $-15.6B | Warning | Net debt position |
| Interest Coverage | 36.8x | Excellent | Comfortable debt service |
Valuation: CONOCOPHILLIPS trades at 16.6x earnings
P/E 16.6x. EV/Sales 2.6x. Dividend yield 2.6%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-06.
| Metric | COP | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 16.6x | Adequate | Reasonable valuation |
| EV/Sales | 2.6x | Good | Attractive revenue multiple |
| Dividend Yield | 2.6% | Adequate | Growth focus over income |
Capital Allocation: CONOCOPHILLIPS returns 6.2% shareholder yield, reducing shares 3.8% YoY
Total shareholder yield 6.2% (div 2.6% + buyback 3.5%). Share count -3.8% YoY. Capital returned $9.4B TTM. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-06.
| Metric | COP | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Shareholder Yield | 6.2% | Excellent | Dividend + buyback yield combined |
| Buyback Yield | 3.5% | Good | Active share repurchases |
| Share Count Change (YoY) | -3.8% | Good | Net share reduction (accretive) |
| Total Capital Returned (TTM) | $9.4B | Good | Dividends + buybacks returned to shareholders |
Sector Rankings
| Metric | Value | Percentile | vs Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 19.1% | Top 25% | 2.7x above |
| Gross Margin | 62.0% | Top 50% | 1.9x above |
| Operating Margin | 46.3% | Top 5% | 4.3x above |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 14.3% | Top 50% | 1.4x above |
| P/E Ratio | 16.6x | N/A | - |
Financial Scorecard
| Metric | COP | Rating | Sector Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 19.1% | Good | Top 25% of sector (median: 7.1%) |
| Gross Margin | 62.0% | Excellent | Top 50% of sector (median: 31.8%) |
| Debt to Equity Ratio | 35.6% | Good | Moderate leverage |
| P/E Ratio (Price-to-Earnings) | 16.6x | Adequate | Fair value |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is CONOCOPHILLIPS's Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)?
CONOCOPHILLIPS (COP) has a trailing twelve-month Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) of 19.1%. The 8-quarter median ROIC is 19.8% with a declining trend. Sector median 7.1%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-06.
Q: What is CONOCOPHILLIPS's Free Cash Flow Margin?
CONOCOPHILLIPS (COP) has a free cash flow margin of N/A, Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-06.
Q: What is CONOCOPHILLIPS's P/E ratio and how does it compare to peers?
CONOCOPHILLIPS (COP) trades at a P/E ratio of 16.6x, which is above the sector median of N/A. EV/Sales 2.6x. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-06.
Q: Does CONOCOPHILLIPS pay a dividend?
CONOCOPHILLIPS (COP) currently pays a dividend yield of 2.6%. Total shareholder yield (dividend + buybacks) 6.2%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-06.
Q: What is CONOCOPHILLIPS's revenue and earnings growth?
CONOCOPHILLIPS (COP) grew revenue by 9.6% year-over-year. EPS +0.7% YoY. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-06.
Q: Is CONOCOPHILLIPS buying back stock?
CONOCOPHILLIPS (COP) repurchased $5.3 billion of stock over the trailing twelve months. This represents a buyback yield of 3.5%. Share count -3.8% YoY. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-06.
Q: How does CONOCOPHILLIPS compare to competitors in Energy?
Compared to other companies in Energy, CONOCOPHILLIPS (COP) shows: ROIC 19.1%, sector median 7.1% (Top 25%). Gross margin 62.0%, 30.2pp above sector median. These rankings are based on MetricDuck's analysis of all Energy companies with available SEC filings.
Q: What warning signs should I watch for with CONOCOPHILLIPS?
No quantitative warning flags fired for CONOCOPHILLIPS (COP) on margin trend, FCF trend, ROIC trend, or leverage thresholds. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-06.
Data Source: Data sourced from 10-Q filed 2026-08-06. TTM metrics as of Q2 2026.
Methodology: Financial metrics calculated from SEC 10-K and 10-Q filings using standardized formulas. Sector comparisons use peer group based on SIC code.
Scope: This analysis covers SEC filing fundamentals — profitability, cash flow, balance sheet, and valuation metrics. For analyst estimates and price targets, consult sell-side research.
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice.