Magnolia Oil & Gas Earns 'Moderate Buy' Rating from Analysts

The company's stock is covered by 17 research firms with a consensus recommendation to hold or buy the shares.

Apr. 4, 2026 at 8:08am

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Magnolia Oil & Gas Corp (NYSE:MGY) has earned an average recommendation of "Moderate Buy" from the 17 research firms currently covering the stock, according to MarketBeat Ratings. Eight analysts have rated the stock as a hold, eight as a buy, and one as a strong buy. The average 12-month price target among brokers is $30.55.

Why it matters

Magnolia Oil & Gas is an independent exploration and production company focused on the Eagle Ford Shale region in South Texas. The 'Moderate Buy' rating from analysts suggests the stock may be an attractive investment opportunity for those looking to gain exposure to the energy sector, particularly the ongoing activity in the Eagle Ford Shale.

The details

Several brokerages have recently issued reports on MGY. Zacks Research upgraded the stock from a 'hold' to a 'strong-buy' rating, while Roth Mkm reaffirmed a 'buy' rating. The Goldman Sachs Group boosted its price target from $23 to $26 and maintained a 'neutral' rating, and Wells Fargo & Company set a $25 price objective.

  • Magnolia Oil & Gas reported its latest quarterly results on February 5, 2026.
  • The company's board of directors declared a quarterly dividend of $0.165 per share on February 10, 2026.

The players

Magnolia Oil & Gas Corp

An independent exploration and production company focused on the Eagle Ford Shale region in South Texas.

Christopher G. Stavros

The CEO of Magnolia Oil & Gas Corp.

Edward P. Djerejian

A director on the board of Magnolia Oil & Gas Corp.

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