APA Corporation · Energy · Oil & Gas Exploration & Production
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At close
$32.25
+$1.88 (+6.17%) Close
Pre-market$30.43
−$1.82 (−5.63%) 6:11 AM ET
Prev closePrevC$30.37
OpenOpen$30.73
Day highHigh$32.74
Day lowLow$30.73
VolumeVol15,025
Avg volAvgVol6,940,631
On chart
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Mkt cap
$10.77B
P/E ratio
8.08
FY Revenue
$8.92B
EPS
3.99
Gross Margin
83.25%
Sector
Energy
AI report sections
BULLISH
APA
APA Corporation
APA combines upward price momentum near its 52-week high with bullish short-term technical signals, while the RSI remains below classic overbought extremes. Fundamentally, the company shows high margins, solid free cash flow generation, and low headline valuation multiples but faces negative revenue and earnings growth alongside a tight liquidity profile. Short interest and short volume are elevated, indicating a meaningful contingent positioning against the stock despite generally constructive recent news flow.
AI summarized at 5:02 PM ET, 2026-03-01
AI summary scores
INTRADAY:72SWING:78LONG:74
Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
+44% (Above avg)
Vol/Avg: 1.44×
RSI
60.69(Strong)
Strong (60–70)
0255075100
MACD momentum
Intraday
+0.01 (Strong)
MACD: 0.05 Signal: 0.05
Short-Term
+0.04 (Strong)
MACD: 0.76 Signal: 0.72
Long-Term
+0.12 (Strong)
MACD: 1.03 Signal: 0.91
Intraday trend score
92.36
LOW72.86HIGH92.36
Latest news
APA•12 articles•Positive: 9Neutral: 2Negative: 1
PositiveBenzinga• Globe Newswire
APA Corporation Declares Cash Dividend on Common Shares
APA Corporation's board of directors has declared a regular cash dividend of 25 cents per share on common stock, payable on May 22, 2026, to stockholders of record as of April 22, 2026.
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Sentiment note
The declaration of a regular cash dividend demonstrates the company's financial health and commitment to returning capital to shareholders. Dividend payments are generally viewed positively as they indicate stable cash flows and management confidence in the company's financial position.
PositiveBenzinga• Piero Cingari
Trump's Sanctions On Russia Spark Oil Rally: 10 Energy Stocks Take Off
U.S. Treasury imposed sanctions on Russia's largest oil companies Rosneft and Lukoil, causing oil prices to jump over 5% and triggering a rally in energy stocks, with potential global market implications.
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Sentiment note
Stock rose 4.19% due to increased oil prices from Russian sanctions
NeutralGlobeNewswire Inc.• Apa Corporation
APA Corporation Provides Third-Quarter 2025 Supplemental Information and Schedules Results Conference Call for Nov. 6 at 10 a.m. Central Time
APA Corporation released third-quarter 2025 financial estimates, highlighting strong payments from Egyptian General Petroleum Corporation, curtailed some U.S. production due to weak prices, and scheduled an earnings call for November 6th.
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Sentiment note
Mixed financial indicators with positive Egyptian payments but production curtailment due to weak prices suggests a balanced performance
PositiveThe Motley Fool• Eric Volkman
Why APA Stock Rocked the Market Today
APA's stock jumped 7.5% after maintaining its quarterly dividend of $0.25 per share and receiving a positive analyst review from Raymond James, which highlighted the company's successful turnaround efforts and improved cost-saving guidance.
Stock rose 7.5% due to steady dividend policy, positive analyst upgrade, demonstrated profitability in Q2, and increased cost-saving guidance from $130 million to $200 million
PositiveBenzinga• Globe Newswire
APA Corporation Declares Cash Dividend on Common Shares
APA Corporation announced a regular cash dividend of 25 cents per share, payable on November 21, 2025, to stockholders of record on October 22, 2025.
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Sentiment note
Company is distributing a cash dividend to shareholders, which is typically viewed as a positive financial signal indicating stable earnings and shareholder value commitment
NeutralBenzinga• Prnewswire
EnerCom Denver Releases Full Presenter Lineup for Landmark 30th Energy Investment Conference
EnerCom, Inc. announced its 30th Annual Energy Investment Conference from August 17-20, 2025, featuring presentations from over 75 energy companies, providing investors networking opportunities and insights into industry strategies.
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Sentiment note
Listed as a conference presenter with no explicit performance indicators
PositiveGlobeNewswire Inc.• Apa Corporation
APA Corporation Releases 2025 Sustainability Publications
APA Corporation released its 2024 sustainability report, highlighting achievements in reducing carbon emissions, minimizing water usage, maintaining safety standards, and supporting local communities.
The company exceeded its carbon emissions reduction goals, achieved lowest safety incident rate in history, and demonstrated commitment to environmental and social responsibility across multiple dimensions
NegativeBenzinga• Piero Cingari
Wall Street Roars Back As Iran Signals De-Escalation: Nasdaq 100 Nears All-Time High
Stocks surge as Iran signals de-escalation in tensions with Israel, easing geopolitical concerns. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 post strong gains, with tech and consumer sectors leading the rally.
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Sentiment note
APA Corp, an oil explorer, fell over 2% as crude oil prices declined sharply.
PositiveThe Motley Fool• Rich Smith
Why APA Stock Just Popped
Oil prices have risen sharply due to escalating tensions between Israel and Iran, with Israel launching airstrikes on Iran and Iran responding with drone strikes. This has raised concerns about potential disruptions to Middle East oil supplies, leading to a surge in oil prices.
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Sentiment note
APA, an independent oil and gas producer, has gained 3.8% as a result of the rising oil prices. The article notes that APA earned $804 million in profit last year and trades at a low valuation of 7.2 times trailing earnings. Additionally, APA generates strong free cash flow and pays a generous 5% dividend yield, making it an attractive investment option in the current environment.
PositiveBenzinga• Globe Newswire
APA Corporation Declares Cash Dividend on Common Shares
APA Corporation has declared a regular cash dividend of 25 cents per share on its common stock, payable on August 22, 2025 to stockholders of record on July 22, 2025.
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Sentiment note
The company has declared a regular cash dividend, which is a positive sign for shareholders.
PositiveThe Motley Fool• The Motley Fool
3 Beaten-Down Dividend Stocks With Yields Over 5% to Buy in May for Passive Income
The article discusses three dividend stocks - United Parcel Service (UPS), APA Corporation (APA), and Robert Half (RHI) - that have seen their share prices decline, leading to dividend yields above 5%. The article analyzes the reasons behind the high yields and the potential investment opportunities.
The article views APA Corporation positively, noting that the company's high dividend yield of 6.2% is attractive, and the stock is trading at a discount to its historical valuation. The article suggests that APA's judicious approach to dividends and potential benefits from a de-escalation of trade uncertainties make it a worthy investment consideration.
PositiveBenzinga• Piero Cingari
Oil Soars Above $59 As Middle East Airstrikes Jolt Markets
Oil prices rebounded sharply, surging over 3.6% to $59.10 per barrel, as escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East rattled energy markets. The rally came after Israeli airstrikes targeted Houthi-controlled infrastructure in Yemen, raising supply risk concerns.
The article mentions that APA Corp, along with other energy stocks, showed a muted response to the spike in crude prices, reflecting investor caution following the previous day's rout and uncertainty surrounding OPEC+ policy and global demand.
News and sentiment labels describe article tone and are provided for research purposes only. They are not trading recommendations or forecasts.
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