Benchmark and Jefferies Stay Bullish on Expand Energy (EXE)

Expand Energy Corporation (NASDAQ:EXE) is one of the 12 Best American Energy Stocks to Buy Now. On January 14, Benchmark reaffirmed its Buy rating on Expand Energy Corporation (NASDAQ:EXE) with a price target of $112. The firm identified Expand Energy Corporation (NASDAQ:EXE) as its top exploration and production pick for 2026.

Benchmark noted that the company is focused on respecting macro fundamentals, reducing breakeven prices, expanding its inventory in accretive ways, and maintaining a disciplined approach to its balance sheet. The research firm also pointed out that Expand Energy Corporation (NASDAQ:EXE) has indicated growth de-prioritization for 2026 due to weaker gas prices. The company already met its growth targets in the fourth quarter and now plans to maintain volumes through 2026.

Earlier, on January 8, Jefferies increased its price target on Expand Energy Corporation (NASDAQ:EXE) from $140 to $143 and kept its Buy rating on the stock. The firm expects the company to deliver strong Q4 2025 results, supported by improved pricing and production levels.

Jefferies expects production to come in at the high end of the company’s guidance. The firm also said that investors should focus on Expand Energy Corporation’s (NASDAQ:EXE) marketing strategy, management’s outlook on macroeconomic conditions, and the company’s plans to allocate its free cash flow in 2026.

Expand Energy Corporation (NASDAQ:EXE) is an American energy company and the largest natural gas producer in North America.

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