CHQ1 Stock Chart & Stats
€229.30
-€2.30(-0.96%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
€229.30
-€2.30(-0.96%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range€159.00 - €264.30
Previous CloseN/A
Volume13.00
Average Volume (3M)68.00
Market Cap
€46.87B
Enterprise Value€89.29K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)€1.77B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)€26.41B
Price to Earnings (P/E)42.9
Beta-0.22
Next Earnings
Aug 06, 2026EPS Estimate
2.67Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)6.14
Shares Outstanding209,551,860
10 Day Avg. Volume17
30 Day Avg. Volume68
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.12
Price to Book (P/B)5.40
Price to Sales (P/S)2.18
P/FCF Ratio17.35
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
€276.06Price Target Upside20.39% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering13
EPS Forecast (FY)-5.79
Revenue Forecast (FY)€19.64B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Free Cash Flow GenerationCheniere consistently generates substantial operating and free cash flow, with FCF nearly matching net income on a TTM basis. That durable cash conversion underpins dividends, buybacks and debt paydowns, supporting financial flexibility and capital returns across multi-year LNG cycles.
Long-term Contract CoverageExtensive SPA coverage and a small remaining unsold volume materially reduce exposure to spot price swings. Long‑term reservation fees and creditworthy counterparties provide stable fee-like revenue and predictable cash flows, cushioning earnings against market cyclicality over the coming years.
Project Execution & Capacity GrowthNear-term additions to liquefaction capacity from Stage 3 and midscale trains raise contracted throughput and marketing optionality. Reliable project progress increases long‑term revenue base and economies of scale, strengthening Cheniere's structural position as a low‑cost large‑scale U.S. exporter.
Bears Say
Accounting & Earnings VolatilitySignificant mark‑to‑market swings from long‑dated hedges create large GAAP earnings volatility despite strong cash flows. Persistent accounting sensitivity to global price moves can obscure operational performance, complicate stakeholder assessment and potentially affect covenant calculations over time.
Historical Leverage CyclicalityWhile leverage improved recently, Cheniere has a history of materially higher leverage and even negative equity. That cyclicality signals balance‑sheet sensitivity to earnings and commodity cycles, leaving the company more exposed to stress if cash flow weakens or refinancing markets tighten.
Capital Intensity And Reliance On Long‑dated DebtLarge-scale liquefaction requires continual access to long‑dated capital. Frequent issuance and refinancing to extend maturities expose the company to funding and interest‑cost risk. Sustained capital needs can limit free cash flow allocation during slower market periods and heighten refinancing dependency.
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CHQ1 FAQ
What was Cheniere Energy’s price range in the past 12 months?
Cheniere Energy lowest stock price was €159.00 and its highest was €264.30 in the past 12 months.
What is Cheniere Energy’s market cap?
Cheniere Energy’s market cap is €46.87B.
When is Cheniere Energy’s upcoming earnings report date?
Cheniere Energy’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 06, 2026 which is in 4 days.
How were Cheniere Energy’s earnings last quarter?
Cheniere Energy released its earnings results on May 07, 2026. The company reported -€14.432 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of €3.688 by -€18.121.
Is Cheniere Energy overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Cheniere Energy’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Cheniere Energy pay dividends?
Cheniere Energy does not currently pay dividends.
What is Cheniere Energy’s EPS estimate?
Cheniere Energy’s EPS estimate is 2.67.
How many shares outstanding does Cheniere Energy have?
Cheniere Energy has 209,551,860 shares outstanding.
What happened to Cheniere Energy’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Cheniere Energy reported an EPS of -€14.432 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of €3.688. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -6.817%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Cheniere Energy?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in DE:CHQ1
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Cheniere Energy Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
€276.06 (20.39% Upside)
€276.06 (20.39% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
DE:CHQ1 Sentiment 80%
Sector Average 63%
Sector Average 63%
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
20.62%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
0.83%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
7.58%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Cheniere Energy
Cheniere Energy, Inc. is an energy infrastructure firm predominantly focused on liquefied natural gas (LNG) related activities within the United States. The company owns and operates two significant LNG terminals: one in Sabine Pass, located in Cameron Parish, Louisiana, and another near Corpus Christi, Texas. Beyond its terminals, Cheniere also owns the 94-mile Creole Trail pipeline, which serves to connect the Sabine Pass LNG Terminal with various interstate and intrastate pipelines. It further manages the 21.5-mile Corpus Christi pipeline, ensuring the Corpus Christi LNG terminal is linked to a diverse network of natural gas pipelines, both within and across state lines. The company also participates in the marketing of LNG and natural gas. Cheniere Energy, Inc. was established in 1983 and has its corporate headquarters in Houston, Texas.
CHQ1 Company Deck
CHQ1 Earnings Call
Q1 2026
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call presented a materially positive operational and financial picture: record quarterly exports, strong adjusted EBITDA and DCF, upwardly revised full-year guidance, accelerated project execution (Stage 3 and midscale trains), disciplined capital allocation including sizable buybacks and dividend growth targets, and improved credit ratings. Key negatives centered on GAAP net loss driven by mark-to-market derivative volatility, significant near-term market disruption from the Middle East (reducing global LNG supply and increasing price/physical volatility), Europe’s tight storage, and some demand pullback in price-sensitive markets. On balance, the company’s operational progress, guidance upgrade, improved liquidity and capital allocation actions outweigh the challenges from market volatility and accounting-driven GAAP losses.View all DE:CHQ1 earnings summariesCHQ1 Revenue Breakdown
16.71% Singapore
14.26% U.K.
14.06% U.S.
7.83% Ireland
47.15% Other

CHQ1 Stock 12 Month Forecast
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