Cheniere Energy Inc (LNG) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target
Cheniere Energy Inc stock (LNG) is currently trading at $284.39. Cheniere Energy Inc PE ratio is 12.21. Cheniere Energy Inc PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 3.25. Analyst consensus price target for LNG is $286.64. WallStSmart rates LNG as Moderate Buy.
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- Cheniere Energy Inc financial analysis — revenue, earnings, cash flow
- LNG Piotroski F-Score and Altman Z-Score
- LNG analyst price target and Smart Rating
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LNG Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors
Benjamin Graham Formula · Cheniere Energy Inc (LNG)
LNG trades at a significant discount to its Graham intrinsic value of $1129.28, offering a 81% margin of safety — a level value investors typically seek before buying.
Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.
Smart Analysis
Cheniere Energy Inc (LNG) · 10 metrics scored
Smart Score
Category Performance
WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.
Investment Thesis
Strong fundamentals in market cap, return on equity, operating margin. Concerns around peg ratio and price/book. Overall metrics suggest strong investment potential with favorable risk/reward.
Cheniere Energy Inc (LNG) Key Strengths (6)
Every $100 of shareholder equity generates $59 in profit
Keeps $76 of every $100 in revenue after operating costs
Earnings per share surging 146.40% year-over-year
Keeps $27 of every $100 in revenue as net profit
92.84% of shares held by major funds and institutions
Large-cap company with substantial market presence
Supporting Valuation Data
Cheniere Energy Inc (LNG) Areas to Watch (4)
Very expensive relative to growth, significant premium
Very expensive at 7.8x book value
Revenue is fairly priced at 3.25x sales
Solid revenue growth at 12.30% per year
Cheniere Energy Inc (LNG) Detailed Analysis Report
Overall Assessment
This company scores 72/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a B grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 6 register as strengths (avg 9.8/10) while 4 fall into concern territory (avg 4.0/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.
The Bull Case
The strongest argument centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with Return on Equity at 58.70%, Operating Margin at 75.80%, Profit Margin at 27.40%. Growth metrics are encouraging with EPS Growth at 146.40%.
The Bear Case
The primary concerns are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Price/Sales. Some valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (9.46), Price/Sales (3.25), Price/Book (7.82) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at 12.30%, which may limit upside.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether PEG Ratio improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 58.70% currently healthy but needing to be sustained. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 12.30% needing to reaccelerate.
Risk Considerations
Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate risk investment. The weight of evidence leans positive, with more strengths than concerns. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.
Bottom Line
The combination of Return on Equity and Operating Margin makes a compelling case at current levels. The key risk is PEG Ratio, but the overall fundamental picture is positive with a clear path to maintaining or improving the current B grade.
Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.
LNG Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart
Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue
LNG's Price-to-Sales ratio of 3.25x trades at a deep discount to its historical average of 94.7x (32th percentile). The current valuation is 100% below its historical high of 878.01x set in Jun 2006, and 592% above its historical low of 0.47x in Aug 2010. Over the past 12 months, the PS ratio has expanded from ~2.8x, reflecting growing market expectations outpacing revenue growth.
WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis
Data-driven financial summary for Cheniere Energy Inc (LNG) · ENERGY › OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM
The Big Picture
Cheniere Energy Inc is a mature, profitable business with steady cash generation. Revenue reached 19.5B with 12% growth year-over-year. Profit margins are strong at 27.4%, reflecting pricing power and operational efficiency.
Key Findings
ROE of 58.7% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.
Profit margin of 27.4% and operating margin of 75.8% demonstrate strong pricing power and operational efficiency.
Debt-to-equity ratio of 3.92 is elevated. High leverage amplifies both gains and losses and increases financial risk.
What to Watch Next
Debt management: total debt of 26.5B is significantly higher than cash (1.4B). Monitor refinancing risk.
Sector dynamics: monitor OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Cheniere Energy Inc.
Bottom Line
Cheniere Energy Inc is a well-established business delivering consistent profitability with 27.4% margins. The growth phase may be slowing, but strong cash generation and operational efficiency make it suitable for investors seeking reliability over excitement.
This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.
Insider Transactions(71 last 3 months)
| Insider | Type | Shares |
|---|---|---|
SHEAR, NEAL A Director | Sell | -4,100 |
| Insider | Type | Shares |
|---|---|---|
MITCHELMORE, LORRAINE Director | Sell | -53 |
Data sourced from SEC Form 4 filings
Last updated: 12:57:03 PM
About Cheniere Energy Inc(LNG)
NYSE
ENERGY
OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM
USA
Cheniere Energy, Inc., an energy infrastructure company, is involved in business related to liquefied natural gas (LNG) in the United States. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.