Natural Gas Prices Surge, Enbridge Presents Investment Opportunity
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: 1d ago
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Source: NASDAQ.COM
- Rising Gas Demand: Natural gas prices are forecasted to jump 33% in 2027, driven by increased LNG exports and power demand, presenting Enbridge with significant long-term revenue potential.
- Pipeline Network Advantage: Enbridge's pipeline network transports 20% of U.S. natural gas consumption and 30% of North American crude oil production, and while it doesn't benefit directly from rising gas prices, increased demand will enhance its revenue.
- Renewable Energy Investments: Enbridge currently operates or is constructing over 7 gigawatts of renewable energy projects globally, and despite a downturn in U.S. renewable preferences, long-term investments will bolster its competitive position.
- Stable Dividend Growth: Enbridge recently announced its 31st consecutive dividend increase, and although its stock price lags behind dividend growth, rising investor attention suggests a potential rebound, indicating its undervalued status.
Analyst Views on ENB
Wall Street analysts forecast ENB stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for ENB is 49.75 USD with a low forecast of 44.63 USD and a high forecast of 51.83 USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
11 Analyst Rating
5 Buy
6 Hold
0 Sell
Moderate Buy
Current: 48.020
Low
44.63
Averages
49.75
High
51.83
Current: 48.020
Low
44.63
Averages
49.75
High
51.83
About ENB
Enbridge Inc. is an energy transportation and distribution company. The Company's segments include Liquids Pipelines, Gas Transmission, Gas Distribution and Storage, and Renewable Power Generation. Liquids Pipelines consists of pipelines and terminals in Canada and United States that transport and export various grades of crude oil and other liquid hydrocarbons, including the Mainline System, Regional Oil Sands System, Gulf Coast and Mid-Continent, and Other. Gas Transmission consists of its investments in natural gas pipelines and gathering and processing facilities in Canada and United States, including United States Gas Transmission, Canadian Gas Transmission, United States Midstream, and Other. Gas Distribution and Storage consists of its rate-regulated natural gas utility operations in Canada and United States. Renewable Power Generation consists primarily of investments in wind and solar assets, as well as equity interests in geothermal power and power transmission assets.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
