Why Ovintiv (OVV) is a Top Momentum Stock for the Long-Term

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Zacks Investment Research • Sep 4, 2026

Ovintiv Expands Drilling Inventory With $460 Million Deal Spree

OVV is adding 41,000 net acres and 240 well locations across the Permian and Montney, strengthening its long-term drilling inventory.

Zacks Investment Research • Aug 27, 2026

Ovintiv Announces Permian and Montney Inventory Additions

DENVER, Aug. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Ovintiv Inc. (NYSE: OVV) (TSX: OVV) today provided an update on its 2026 ground game acquisition program. On a year-to-date basis, the Company has entered into over 60 transactions, which will result in the addition of approximately 41,000 net acres of land across its Montney and Permian assets for a total acquisition cost of approximately $460 million.

PRNewsWire • Aug 26, 2026

Ovintiv Stock Up 62% in a Year: Should Investors Buy or Hold?

OVV benefits from higher production, strong free cash flow and a stronger balance sheet, but weak gas prices, commodity risks and royalties remain concerns.

Zacks Investment Research • Aug 24, 2026

Top energy plays for the rest of the year

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CNBC • Aug 13, 2026

Ovintiv: Solid Free Cash Flow With Natural Gas Upside

Ovintiv is now a pure-play Permian and Montney producer, generating robust free cash flow even at depressed gas and NGL prices. I model upside to $79/share on conservative commodity price assumptions, with further potential to $97 if gas prices and realizations improve post-2027. Pipeline expansions and LNG export capacity are set to boost OVV's natural gas price realizations, supporting higher free cash flow from 2028 onward.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 29, 2026

Why Ovintiv's Permian and Montney Assets Matter for Investors Today

OVV is sharpening its focus on the Permian and Montney, where stronger wells, deep inventory and disciplined spending aim to drive lasting cash flow.

Zacks Investment Research • Jul 28, 2026

Ovintiv: Better Estimates And A Stronger Balance Sheet Support A Buy

Ovintiv is rated a Buy at $61.83, with a base case price target of $68.38, reflecting improved balance sheet strength and stabilized forward earnings. Leverage has dropped sharply to 0.6x, driven by asset sales, resulting in a Fitch upgrade to BBB. 2027 and 2026 EPS estimates are now flat at $7.22, removing the prior expectation of earnings decline.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 28, 2026

Ovintiv Q2 Earnings Miss Estimates, Revenues Increase Y/Y

OVV's Q2 earnings miss estimates despite a 30% revenue jump, as lower gas prices and higher costs offset stronger oil pricing and cash flow.

Zacks Investment Research • Jul 27, 2026

Ovintiv Q2 Earnings Call Highlights

Ovintiv NYSE: OVV reported second-quarter 2026 free cash flow of $682 million and cash flow per share of $4.46, with both measures exceeding consensus estimates, according to executives on the company's earnings call. The company also raised its full-year oil and condensate production outlook after production from its Permian operations surpassed expectations.

MarketBeat • Jul 24, 2026