EQNR
EnergyEquinor ASA · Oil & Gas Integrated · $99B
What is Equinor ASA?
Equinor ASA is a Norway-based international energy company engaged in oil and gas exploration, production, and marketing, with a growing presence in renewable energy.
Equinor generates revenue by exploring for and producing oil and gas — primarily on the Norwegian continental shelf and internationally — while also transporting, refining, and trading petroleum products. The company is expanding into wind energy and carbon capture, reflecting a broader energy transition strategy.
Incorporated in 1972 and headquartered in Stavanger, Norway, the company rebranded from Statoil ASA to Equinor ASA in 2018.
- Oil and gas exploration and production
- Liquefied natural gas (LNG) marketing and trading
- Offshore wind development
- Carbon capture and storage solutions
Is EQNR a Good Stock to Buy?
UQS Score rates EQNR as Below Average overall.
Equinor's strongest attributes lie in its Risk and Valuation pillars — the stock carries a relatively manageable risk profile for the energy sector and appears Attractively valued relative to peers.
Growth and Moat are both rated Weak, reflecting limited competitive differentiation and constrained near-term expansion prospects.
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Past performance does not guarantee future results. UQS Score is based on fundamental data and is not a buy/sell recommendation.
Does EQNR pay dividends?
Yes — Equinor ASA pays a dividend.
Equinor pays a regular dividend, consistent with the capital return practices common among large integrated energy companies. The dividend reflects the company's cash generation from its upstream operations, though payouts can be sensitive to commodity price cycles.
When does EQNR report earnings?
Equinor reports earnings on a quarterly cadence, typical for internationally listed energy companies.
Results tend to be closely tied to global oil and gas prices, with upstream production volumes and refining margins driving variability quarter to quarter. Renewable energy contributions remain a smaller but growing part of the overall picture.
For the most recent quarter's results, visit Equinor's official investor relations page.
EQNR Price History
+131.5% over 5Y
Monthly close, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment.
What if I invested in Equinor ASA?
Based on Equinor ASA's historical closing prices, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment. Past performance does not guarantee future results. This is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Equinor do?
Equinor is an integrated energy company based in Norway. It explores for and produces oil and gas, trades petroleum products, and is expanding into offshore wind and carbon capture. The Norwegian government is a major shareholder.
Does EQNR pay dividends?
Yes, Equinor pays a regular dividend. Like most large energy producers, its dividend capacity is linked to commodity prices and free cash flow generation. Investors should check the company's investor relations page for the current dividend schedule.
When does EQNR report earnings?
Equinor reports on a quarterly basis. Exact dates are not covered by our data source — visit Equinor's investor relations page for the current earnings calendar.
Is EQNR a good stock to buy?
UQS Score rates EQNR as Below Average overall. While its Risk profile is Good and Valuation is Attractive, weak Growth and Moat scores temper the overall picture. Pro members can view the complete pillar breakdown to form their own assessment.
Is EQNR overvalued?
Based on the UQS Valuation pillar, EQNR is rated Attractive — suggesting the stock is not considered expensive relative to its fundamentals. Energy valuations can shift quickly with commodity prices, so ongoing monitoring matters.
What is EQNR's market cap bracket?
Equinor is classified as a large-cap company, placing it among the bigger publicly traded energy producers globally.
Who founded Equinor?
Equinor was incorporated in 1972 as Statoil, established by the Norwegian government to manage the country's petroleum resources. It rebranded to Equinor in 2018 to reflect its broader energy ambitions beyond oil and gas.
Is EQNR a long-term quality investment?
As a long-term quality indicator, EQNR scores Below Average on the UQS composite. Its Attractive valuation and manageable risk are positives, but weak Moat and Growth scores suggest limited structural advantages for long-term compounding. Full details are available to Pro members.
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EQNR — Score History
| Date | UQS | Quality | Moat | Growth | Risk | Value | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 30, 2026 | 11.5 | 0.0 | 24.0 | 0.0 | 36.9 | 0.0 | -36.0 |
| Aug 9, 2026 | 47.5 | 63.3 | 24.0 | 4.9 | 64.4 | 100.0 | -4.3 |
| Aug 2, 2026 | 51.8 | 66.3 | 24.0 | 24.7 | 66.5 | 95.2 | -0.1 |
| Jul 25, 2026 | 51.9 | 66.3 | 24.0 | 24.6 | 66.5 | 96.1 | +0.1 |
| Jul 24, 2026 | 51.8 | 66.3 | 24.0 | 24.4 | 66.5 | 95.7 | -0.1 |
| Jul 23, 2026 | 51.9 | 66.3 | 24.0 | 24.4 | 66.5 | 96.3 | +4.8 |
| Jul 22, 2026 | 47.1 | 46.5 | 24.0 | 24.4 | 66.5 | 97.5 | 0.0 |
| Jul 20, 2026 | 47.1 | 46.6 | 24.0 | 24.4 | 66.5 | 97.6 | +0.4 |
| Jul 18, 2026 | 46.7 | 46.6 | 24.0 | 22.2 | 66.5 | 97.6 | -0.1 |
| Jul 16, 2026 | 46.8 | 46.7 | 24.0 | 22.3 | 66.5 | 97.9 | 0.0 |
EQNR — Pillar Breakdown
Quality
— 0.0/100 (25%)Equinor ASA currently shows below-average quality metrics, suggesting challenges with profitability.
How effectively capital is deployed to generate returns.
Ability to convert revenue into operating profit.
Free cash flow relative to market value.
Growth
— 0.0/100 (20%)Equinor ASA faces growth headwinds with declining or stagnant revenue trends.
Revenue trajectory over the last twelve months.
Analyst consensus for future revenue growth.
Risk
— 36.9/100 (15%)Equinor ASA has some risk factors including moderate leverage or solvency concerns.
Debt levels relative to earnings capacity.
Short-term liquidity — ability to pay near-term obligations.
Earnings capacity relative to interest payments.
Valuation
— 0.0/100 (15%)Equinor ASA appears expensively valued relative to its fundamentals and growth prospects.
Moat
— 24/100 (25%)Equinor ASA operates in a highly competitive environment with limited sustainable advantages. The Moat pillar evaluates competitive advantages across five dimensions: Switching Costs, Network Effects, Cost Advantage, Intangible Assets, and Scale & Ecosystem. Sign in to customize moat ratings for EQNR.
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How is the EQNR UQS Score Calculated?
The UQS (Unified Quality Score) for Equinor ASA is calculated using a proprietary 6-pillar framework with 29 financial metrics. Each pillar evaluates a different dimension on a 0–100 scale, then combines into a single weighted score. Scoring thresholds are calibrated per sector. Momentum is an optional Pro toggle — without it, you get the 5-pillar / 25-metric core shown below.
Quality (25%) measures profitability and capital efficiency — ROIC, ROE, margins, GP/Assets, and FCF Yield.
Moat (25%) assesses Equinor ASA's competitive advantages across switching costs, network effects, cost advantages, intangible assets, and ecosystem scale.
Growth (20%) tracks revenue trajectory and earnings momentum, combining historical results with analyst forward estimates.
Risk (15%) is inversely scored — lower leverage and strong balance sheet health result in higher scores.
Valuation (15%) measures whether Equinor ASA is fairly priced using earnings yield, price-to-FCF, PEG ratio, and EV/EBITDA relative to sector peers.
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