Exxon Mobil (XOM.US) Price Target 2026/2027: 5% Downside + 2.4% Dividend

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Price history for Exxon Mobil (XOM.US) – stock price at $178.98, October 2026
Exxon Mobil stock price – price development 2026. Updated Oct 17, 2026.
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Exxon Mobil Price Target 2026: Analysts See 3% Downside

The average price target for Exxon Mobil is $173.64. This price target represents the analysts' view of the stock price over the next 12 months. The stock appears overvalued, because the price target is lower than the current price. It is -2.98% above the target, and analysts expect the price to fall over the next 12 months. Even if the stock may be overvalued, price momentum can last longer than expected. That is why it is important to keep an eye on the stock and its momentum on an ongoing basis. WallStreetBuys helps you with the technical analysis and keeps you up to date on the development.

Is Exxon Mobil overvalued or undervalued?

Exxon Mobil is currently fairly valued with a gap of 3% relative to the price target.


The current price is $178.98, which places Exxon Mobil in the fairly valued category. The stock is considered undervalued when the price is below $156.28, and overvalued when the price exceeds $191.00.


The fair value range is defined as ±10% of the price target, because price targets are estimates rather than exact values. For Exxon Mobil, the fair value range lies between $156.28 and $191.00.


See the full price target analysis for Exxon Mobil →

Analyst Ratings for Exxon Mobil stock in 2026: Buy

25 analysts cover Exxon Mobil. Analysts are mostly neutral — 64% recommend Hold. The average price target is $173.64, which is 3% below the current price.

Consensus: Buy (3.60/5)
Strong Buy
6 (24%)
Buy
3 (12%)
Hold
16 (64%)
Strong Sell Sell Hold Buy Strong Buy
3.60 out of 5 based on 25 analysts

About Exxon Mobil – Oil & Gas Integrated

Exxon Mobil is what it does and how it makes money: Exxon Mobil is an old, established company, founded back in 1870. It mainly makes money by finding oil and gas and pumping it out of the ground, both in the US and in other countries. It runs its business through three parts: Upstream (finding and producing oil and gas), Downstream (turning oil into usable products), and Chemical (making chemical products).

Exxon Mobil produces and sells many different things. This includes crude oil, natural gas, and refined products like gasoline. The company is also a major player in petrochemicals, where it makes products such as olefins and aromatics (these are basic chemical building blocks used to make plastics and other materials). In addition, the company works on capturing and storing CO2, a process meant to keep carbon dioxide out of the atmosphere.

In 2021, Exxon Mobil had more than 20,000 active wells with proven reserves. Proven reserves means oil and gas that has been confirmed to exist and can likely be extracted.

Exxon Mobil's main office is located in Texas, in the United States.
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Key Figures for Exxon Mobil

$708B Market cap
$361B Revenue
Oil & Gas Integrated Industry
22.16 P/E
1.96 P/S
2.56 P/B
United States Listed on exchange
Energy Sector

What kind of stock is Exxon Mobil?

Dividend stock Growth stock Momentum stock

Exxon Mobil is classified as a dividend stock and growth stock and momentum stock. This means the stock combines several attractive traits, including a dividend of 2.4%, and strong price momentum.

Score Overview for Exxon Mobil

💰 Value Score 62/100 (High)
⭐ Quality Score 66/100 (High)
🚀 Momentum Score 93/100 (Very High)
📊 Total Score 73/100

📈 Valuation

Exxon Mobil trades at a P/E ratio of 22.2, which is close to the market average. The forward P/E is 14.8 (33% lower), which suggests the market expects rising earnings. The P/S ratio is 2.0. The P/B ratio is 2.6. The PEG ratio is 1.38.

💵 Profitability & Growth

Exxon Mobil has a profit margin of 9.1% (moderate) and an operating margin of 15.9%. Return on equity (ROE) is 12.6% — solid return on equity. Return on assets (ROA) is 5.5%. The latest quarterly earnings grew 112.8% year over year — strong growth.

🏦 Financial Health

The Piotroski score is 7 out of 9 — good financial health. Altman Z2 is 5.61 (healthy balance sheet — low risk). The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E) is 69.3% — low debt, a solid balance sheet.

🚀 Momentum & Short Interest

Short interest is 1.07% — low, the market does not expect a decline.

Exxon Mobil Dividend 2026: 2.4% Dividend Yield

Dividend Key Figures for Exxon Mobil

Dividend yield
2.42%
Latest dividend per share
1.03 USD
Payout ratio
49.8%
Healthy
Dividend growth (6 years)
-11.2%
Avg. annual dividend (3 years)
3.64 USD

When does Exxon Mobil pay a dividend in 2026?

Latest ex-dividend date (traded without the dividend)
August 17, 2026
Latest payment date
September 10, 2026

How much does Exxon Mobil pay in dividends?

Exxon Mobil pays dividends to its shareholders. The most recently paid dividend was 1.03 USD per share, which corresponds to a dividend yield of 2.42%. Over the last 6 years, the annual dividend has fallen by 11.2%.

The payout ratio is 49.8%, which is considered healthy and sustainable. The company balances rewarding shareholders with reinvesting in growth.

Historical Dividend Payments for Exxon Mobil

We have registered dividend payments for Exxon Mobil since Feb 10, 2020. In that period the stock has paid a dividend 27 times, most recently on Aug 17, 2026. This stock qualifies as a stable dividend stock, because it has paid a dividend at least once a year for the last 5 years. That makes it attractive to investors looking for steady, regular dividend payments.

Ex-datePayment dateAmountCurrency
2026-08-172026-09-101.03USD
2026-05-152026-06-101.03USD
2026-02-122026-03-101.03USD
2025-11-142025-12-101.03USD
2025-08-152025-09-100.99USD
2025-05-152025-06-100.99USD
2025-02-122025-03-100.99USD
2024-11-142024-12-100.99USD
2024-08-152024-09-100.95USD
2024-05-142024-06-100.95USD
2024-02-132024-03-110.95USD
2023-11-142023-12-110.95USD
2023-08-152023-09-110.91USD
2023-05-152023-06-090.91USD
2023-02-132023-03-100.91USD
2022-11-142022-12-090.91USD
2022-08-112022-09-090.88USD
2022-05-122022-06-100.88USD
2022-02-092022-03-100.88USD
2021-11-102021-12-100.88USD
2021-08-122021-09-100.87USD
2021-05-122021-06-100.87USD
2021-02-092021-03-100.87USD
2020-11-102020-12-100.87USD
2020-08-122020-09-100.87USD
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2020-02-102020-03-100.87USD

Insider Trading in Exxon Mobil 2026: The Signal Is mostly negative

In 2026, insiders at Exxon Mobil have made 20 transactions – split into 1 purchases and 19 sales. On a net basis, insiders took $3,936,508 out of the stock. Active insiders include Dreyfus Maria S., Talley Darrin L, Darrin L Talley.

Short-Term Signal (3 months): No activity

There has been no insider trading in the last 3 months.

Long-Term Signal (all transactions): Mostly negative

Insiders have sold considerably more than they have bought. At large companies this can be due to planned sales (10b5-1 plans) and is not necessarily a negative signal.

Across the last 20 transactions: 1 purchases and 19 sales. A net $3,936,508 out of the stock.

Latest purchase: Dreyfus Maria S. bought 18,310 shares at $109.25 each on 2024-06-17. The stock has since risen 63.8%.

Latest sale: Talley Darrin L sold 1,080 shares at $155.50 each on 2026-03-16.

Who is buying: Dreyfus Maria S..

Who is selling: Talley Darrin L, Darrin L Talley.

Latest Insider Trades in Exxon Mobil (2026)

The table shows the last 20 reported insider transactions in Exxon Mobil. Green rows are purchases, red rows are sales. The data is based on official filings.

Transaction date Name Type Number of shares Price per share ($) Total amount ($)
2026-03-16 Talley Darrin L Sell 1,080 156 167,940
2026-03-16 Darrin L Talley Sell 1,080 156 167,940
2026-03-02 Talley Darrin L Sell 2,150 158 339,313
2026-03-02 Darrin L Talley Sell 2,150 158 339,313
2026-02-09 Talley Darrin L Sell 3,230 149 481,851
2026-02-09 Darrin L Talley Sell 3,230 149 481,851
2026-02-02 Talley Darrin L Sell 650 140 90,838
2026-02-02 Darrin L Talley Sell 5,000 140 698,750
2025-12-17 Talley Darrin L Sell 3,000 117 351,570
2025-12-17 Darrin L Talley Sell 3,000 117 351,570

Who is buying and selling Exxon Mobil shares in 2026?

The following insiders have bought shares in Exxon Mobil: Dreyfus Maria S.. In total, $2,000,368 was bought across 1 transactions. The following insiders have sold shares: Talley Darrin L, Darrin L Talley. In total, $5,936,875 was sold across 19 transactions. Insider trades are legal transactions in which executives and board members buy or sell shares of their own company. These transactions are reported to the SEC and are publicly available.

Exxon Mobil Short Selling 2026: 1.1% Sold Short

Low short interest: 1.1% of the free float
Short % of free float
1.1%
Assessment
Low short interest
Short squeeze risk
Low
Data source
EODHD
Reported about twice a month

Short interest over time: Exxon Mobil

0.0%0.7%1.5%
5/308/610/14
1.1% today (low)Essentially unchanged over the last 30 daysMeasured over 137 days
What does the trend tell you?
Short interest in Exxon Mobil has been fairly stable at 1.1% over the period. Neither many new short sellers have arrived nor many positions been closed.

What matters is when the curve starts to move. This is how shorting works: whoever shorts has borrowed the share and sold it, and to close the position again they must buy the share back. When short interest falls, shares are being bought back. So it is worth watching the trend, not just today's number.
The stock has a low share of short selling. Less than 2% of the freely traded shares are sold short, which points to limited bearish sentiment.

Short interest comes from our data provider EODHD. The figure is reported about twice a month; we check it every trading day.
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When Does Exxon Mobil Report Earnings – Next Date: Oct 30, 2026

The next earnings report from Exxon Mobil is scheduled for October 30, 2026, before the market opens. This report covers the third quarter (Q3), which ended on September 30, 2026.



Technical Analysis of Exxon Mobil 2026 – Signal: Strong Buy

Overall Technical Signal: Strong Buy

Based on trend analysis (SMA50/SMA200) and MACD trend (positive/negative on a daily + weekly basis). Updated October 17, 2026.

Technical analysis of Exxon Mobil (XOM.US) – RSI 73, MACD positive (bullish), daily candlestick chart October 2026
Exxon Mobil technical analysis – candlestick chart with RSI, MACD and volume profile. Updated Oct 17, 2026.

Trend Analysis of Exxon Mobil Corporation

Exxon Mobil Corporation is in a short-term uptrend. The price of $178.98 is 7.7% above the 20-day average ($166.12). Medium term, the picture is positive: the price is 9.4% above the 50-day average ($163.57). Long term, the stock is 19.0% above the 200-day average ($150.39), which confirms a long-term uptrend.

Golden Cross: The 50-day average (163.57) is above the 200-day average (150.39), which is a classic bullish signal for Exxon Mobil Corporation.

Is Exxon Mobil Corporation overbought or oversold?

Exxon Mobil Corporation has an RSI of 73.0, which places the stock in overbought territory (above 70). Even though the stock is overbought, the broader trend is positive. A short-term pullback is possible, but the trend still supports the price.

MACD Analysis for Exxon Mobil Corporation

Daily MACD: MACD is positive (3.879), which means the short-term trend is bullish (the 12-day EMA is above the 26-day EMA). MACD is above the signal line (2.499) by 1.380, which confirms rising momentum in the uptrend.

Weekly MACD: MACD5 is positive (7.137), which indicates a broader bullish long-term trend. MACD5 is above the signal line (5.967) by 1.170, which confirms rising long-term momentum.

Overall MACD assessment: Both the daily and weekly MACD are positive and above their signal lines. Trend and momentum confirm each other across time horizons – the strongest bullish signal.

Risk Profile for Exxon Mobil Corporation

Exxon Mobil Corporation has an annual standard deviation of 26.0%, which classifies the stock as Balanced. There is some volatility, but the price is relatively stable.

Overall Technical Conclusion for Exxon Mobil Corporation

Trend: Positive. The price trades above SMA50 and SMA200.

MACD trend (zero line): Daily bullish (3.879). Weekly bullish (7.137).

MACD momentum (signal): Daily rising. Weekly rising.

RSI: 73.0 – overbought.

Technical signal: Strong Buy

The price is in an uptrend (above SMA50/SMA200) and MACD is positive on both a daily and weekly basis. Trend and MACD trend confirm each other – the strongest technical buy signal.

Frequently Asked Questions About Exxon Mobil stock in 2026

Should you buy Exxon Mobil stock now?
Yes, the technical signal for Exxon Mobil is currently Strong Buy. Exxon Mobil trades at $178.98 as of Oct 17, 2026. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is positive (bullish trend) at 3.879 with rising momentum (signal: 2.499); RSI is at 73.0 (overbought), suggesting the price may have risen too quickly; the stock is in a short-term uptrend (price above the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $173.64 is 3.0% below the current price. The stock is in a broader uptrend (above SMA50/SMA200). This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for Exxon Mobil stock?
The average analyst price target for Exxon Mobil is $173.64. The current price is $178.98, which gives a downside of 3.0%. Based on this, the stock is considered fairly valued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $156.28 and $191.00.
Is Exxon Mobil a dividend stock?
Yes, Exxon Mobil is a dividend stock with a dividend yield of 2.42%. The latest dividend was $1.03 per share. The latest ex-dividend date (traded without the dividend) was Aug 17, 2026. The payout ratio is 49.8%, which is considered sustainable.
When does Exxon Mobil pay a dividend in 2026?
The next dividend date for Exxon Mobil has not been set yet. The latest ex-dividend date (last trading day with dividend rights) was Aug 17, 2026. The latest dividend was $1.03 per share with an ex-dividend date of Aug 17, 2026. The dividend yield is 2.42%. The payout ratio of 49.8% points to a sustainable dividend with room to grow.
What is the risk of Exxon Mobil stock?
Exxon Mobil is rated as a stock in the risk category Balanced. the annual standard deviation is 26.0%, which classifies the stock as Balanced. In addition, an RSI of 73.0 signals overbought (elevated risk of a pullback).
Is Exxon Mobil overvalued?
Exxon Mobil is considered fairly valued – the price is close to the analyst price target. Exxon Mobil has the following valuation ratios: a P/E ratio of 22.2 (moderately to highly valued), a P/S ratio of 2.0, a P/B ratio of 2.6. The stock trades close to the analyst price target and is considered fairly valued.
Is Exxon Mobil overbought?
Yes, Exxon Mobil is overbought with an RSI of 73.0 (above 70). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 73.0 (above the 70 mark), which signals the price is overbought and may have risen too quickly. In addition, the price is 7.7% above the 20-day average (short-term uptrend). In addition, MACD is positive with rising momentum (bullish).
When is the next Exxon Mobil earnings report?
Exxon Mobil reports its next earnings on October 30, 2026. The stock currently trades at $178.98. With a P/E ratio of 22.2, the market will be watching closely whether earnings meet expectations. The RSI is at 73.0, so the report can reinforce the current technical trend.
Is Exxon Mobil shorted?
Yes, Exxon Mobil is shorted with 1.1% of the free float sold short. This is a moderate level of short selling, within the normal range for most stocks. The figure comes from our data provider EODHD, is reported about twice a month, and we check it every trading day.
Are insiders buying Exxon Mobil stock?
No, insiders are not buying Exxon Mobil shares – they are net sellers. Across the last 20 reported transactions, the split is 1 purchases and 19 sales, with a net 3,936,508 $ sold. Active sellers include Talley Darrin L, Darrin L Talley. Insider selling can have several explanations (e.g. planned 10b5-1 sales, portfolio diversification or taxes), but sustained selling by several insiders is worth watching closely.
Is Exxon Mobil a good stock?
Based on our total score, Exxon Mobil is rated as a good stock with a total score of 73 out of 100. The stock scores above average on value, quality and momentum. The score is made up of Value: 62/100, Quality: 66/100, Momentum: 93/100. In addition: a dividend of 2.42%. Whether now is the time to buy is a separate question: the technical signal is Strong Buy. Whether Exxon Mobil is a good investment depends on your time horizon, risk profile and portfolio. This is a data-driven observation, not investment advice.
What is the outlook for Exxon Mobil stock?
The outlook for Exxon Mobil based on current data: the average analyst price target is $173.64 (-3.0%); the stock is in an uptrend (above SMA50 and SMA200); the next earnings report is due on Oct 30, 2026, which can move the price; the P/E ratio is 22.2 (moderate). Keep in mind that stock prices are affected by many factors, including earnings reports, the economy and market sentiment. Past returns are no guarantee of future returns.
Why is Exxon Mobil stock rising?
Exxon Mobil is rising right now. The technical indicators show: the price is 7.7% above the 20-day average; MACD is positive with rising momentum (bullish signal); insiders have mostly been selling the stock recently. For the latest context, see our technical analysis and insider section above.
How high can Exxon Mobil go?
The average analyst price target for Exxon Mobil is $173.64, which is 3.0% below the current price of $178.98. The stock has traded between $107.28 and $174.89 over the last 52 weeks. The price is close to the 52-week high. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can Exxon Mobil fall?
The stock has traded as low as $107.28 over the last 52 weeks — that is 40.1% below the current price of $178.98. The biggest decline (drawdown) in the same period was 38.7% from high to low. Within a year, the price typically swings about ±26.0% (standard deviation — a measure of price swings). A difficult year could therefore mean a further decline of that size. Remember: past price swings are no guarantee for the future — a stock can fall further than the last 52 weeks suggest, especially on profit warnings, sector crises or a market crash. Use stop-loss orders and spread your portfolio to limit losses in single stocks.
What does Exxon Mobil do?
Exxon Mobil is what it does and how it makes money: Exxon Mobil is an old, established company, founded back in 1870. It mainly makes money by finding oil and gas and pumping it out of the ground, both in the US and in other countries. It runs its business through three parts:... The company belongs to the Energy sector, more specifically the Oil & Gas Integrated industry, is headquartered in United States, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate Exxon Mobil as an investment.
Did Exxon Mobil raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from Exxon Mobil. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history above.
Is Exxon Mobil making money or losing money?
Yes, Exxon Mobil is making money, not losing it. The company has a profit margin (the share of revenue left over as profit) of 9.1% — which is moderate. The operating margin (profit before interest and taxes) is 15.9%. At a P/E ratio of 22.2, you currently pay 22.2 dollars for every dollar of the company's annual earnings. A consistently profitable company is usually more resilient than growth stocks that are not yet making money.
Can Exxon Mobil go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of Exxon Mobil is rated as low. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is 5.61 — that places the company in the healthy zone. The company has a healthy balance sheet with limited debt relative to earnings and assets. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 7 — which is strong. Debt relative to equity is 69% (moderate). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does Exxon Mobil have a lot of debt?
No, Exxon Mobil has low debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 69%. For the energy sector, anything below 80% counts as low debt. Energy companies should keep debt moderate — falling oil and gas prices can strain the balance sheet quickly. Note: D/E levels are highly sector-specific — a bank at 300% debt is normal, a tech stock at 300% is extremely leveraged. Always compare with similar companies in the same sector. Can Exxon Mobil service its debt? Can service its debt without problems — the interest coverage ratio (how many times earnings can cover interest payments) is 86.6x, and net debt equals 0.5 years of earnings (EBITDA).

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