Wall Street Zen Upgrades CVR Energy to 'Hold'

Analysts raise price target but maintain 'sell' consensus rating on refiner's stock.

Mar. 21, 2026 at 5:51am

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Wall Street Zen analysts upgraded their rating on CVR Energy (NYSE:CVI) from 'sell' to 'hold' in a research report issued on Saturday. The move comes as other analysts have also recently adjusted their views on the oil refining and nitrogen fertilizer company, with Goldman Sachs raising its price target but maintaining a 'sell' rating, and Weiss Ratings downgrading the stock to 'sell (d)'.

Why it matters

CVR Energy's stock has seen significant volatility in recent months as the company navigates challenging market conditions in the refining and fertilizer sectors. The mixed analyst views reflect the complex dynamics facing the company, which operates a refinery in Coffeyville, Kansas and a nitrogen fertilizer business.

The details

In their report, Wall Street Zen analysts cited a number of factors in their decision to upgrade CVR Energy to 'hold', including the company's recent financial performance and the potential impact of market trends on its operations. However, the majority of analysts covering the stock still have a 'sell' rating, reflecting ongoing concerns about the company's outlook.

  • Wall Street Zen issued its research report on Saturday, March 21, 2026.
  • Goldman Sachs raised its price target on CVR Energy on Thursday, March 12, 2026.
  • Weiss Ratings downgraded CVR Energy to 'sell (d)' on Friday, February 20, 2026.

The players

Wall Street Zen

An equity research firm that provides analysis and recommendations on publicly traded companies.

The Goldman Sachs Group

A multinational investment bank and financial services company that provides research coverage on CVR Energy.

Weiss Ratings

An independent financial research firm that provides ratings and analysis on stocks, mutual funds, and other financial products.

CVR Energy

An independent downstream energy company that operates a refinery in Coffeyville, Kansas and a nitrogen fertilizer business.

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The takeaway

The mixed analyst views on CVR Energy reflect the complex challenges facing the company in the current market environment. While some analysts see potential upside, the overall consensus remains cautious, highlighting the need for the company to continue executing its strategy and adapting to changing industry dynamics.