Should you buy CVE stock?
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Based on market data through , StockInvest.us rates Cenovus (CVE) as a Buy Candidate with a technical score of 1.11 on its -10 to +10 scale. The rating is unchanged from the previous daily evaluation.
- Buy signal since
- Price since signal Flat 0.00%
- 3-month trend forecast Down 5.31%
- +90.0% price growth over the last year
- Healthy interest coverage ratio of 21.2x
- +61.2% YTD performance
Cenovus stock price down 0% on Friday
(Market data through Aug 07, 2026)
No changes to the price of Cenovus stock on the last trading day (Friday, 7th Aug 2026). During the last trading day the stock fluctuated 3.06% from a day low at $27.78 to a day high of $28.63. The price has fallen in 6 of the last 10 days and is down by -3.52% for this period.
The stock lies in the middle of a very wide and falling trend in the short term and further fall within the trend is signaled. Given the current short-term trend, the stock is expected to fall -5.31% during the next 3 months and, with a 90% probability hold a price between $22.44 and $28.68 at the end of this 3-month period.
CVE Signals & Forecast
The Cenovus stock holds a sell signal from the short-term Moving Average; at the same time, however, there is a buy signal from the long-term average. Since the short-term average is above the long-term average there is a general buy signal in the stock giving a positive forecast for the stock. On further gains, the stock will meet resistance from the short-term Moving Average at approximately $29.01. On a fall, the stock will find some support from the long-term average at approximately $27.11. A break-up through the short-term average will send a buy signal, whereas a breakdown through the long-term average will send a sell signal. A buy signal was issued from a pivot bottom point on Wednesday, August 05, 2026, and so far it has risen 1.88%. Further rise is indicated until a new top pivot has been found. Some negative signals were issued as well, and these may have some influence on the near short-term development. Furthermore, there is currently a sell signal from the 3 month Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD). Volume fell during the last trading day while price remained unchanged. This may be an early warning, but it may also not. We still recommend that you pay attention over the next couple of days.
Support, Risk & Stop-loss for Cenovus stock
Cenovus finds support from accumulated volume at $28.04 and this level may hold a buying opportunity as an upwards reaction can be expected when the support is being tested.
This stock has average movements during the day and with good trading volume, the risk is considered to be medium. During the last day, the stock moved $0.85 between high and low, or 3.06%. For the last week, the stock has had daily average volatility of 3.05%.
Our recommended stop-loss: $26.75 (-5.32%) (This stock has medium daily movements and this gives medium risk. There is a buy signal from a pivot bottom found 2 days ago.)
Trading Expectations (CVE) For The Upcoming Trading Day Of Monday 10th
For the upcoming trading day on Monday, 10th we expect Cenovus Energy Inc to open at $28.22, and during the day (based on 14 day Average True Range), to move between $27.75 and $28.75, which gives a possible trading interval of +/-$1.00 (+/-3.59%) up or down from last closing price. If Cenovus Energy Inc takes out the full calculated possible swing range there will be an estimated 3.59% move between the lowest and the highest trading price during the day.
Since the stock is closer to the resistance from accumulated volume at $28.27 (0.07%) than the support at $28.04 (0.74%), our systems don't find the trading risk/reward intra-day attractive and any bets should be held until the stock is closer to the support level.
Dividend Warning For CVE
Dividend coming up for CVE: Ex-dividend date (Tuesday 15th September, 2026) is 35 days away. The dividend is $0.160.Is Cenovus Energy Inc stock A Buy?
Several short-term signals are positive, despite the stock being in a falling trend, we conclude that the current level may hold a buying opportunity as there is a fair chance for stock to perform well in the short-term.
Current score:
1.109
Buy Candidate
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Predicted Fair Opening Price
Predicted fair opening price on August 10, 2026 - $28.22 ( 0.106%).
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CVE Performance
Trading levels for CVE
Fibonacci Support & Resistance Levels
| Level | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| R3 | 29.07 | 2.90% |
| R2 | 28.75 | 1.75% |
| R1 | 28.54 | 1.04% |
| Price | 28.25 | |
| S1 | 27.90 | -1.26% |
| S2 | 27.69 | -1.97% |
| S3 | 27.37 | -3.12% |
Accumulated Volume Support & Resistance Levels
| Level | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| R3 | 30.53 | 8.07% |
| R2 | 28.92 | 2.37% |
| R1 | 28.27 | 0.0708% |
| Price | 28.25 | |
| S1 | 28.04 | -0.743% |
| S2 | 24.81 | -12.18% |
| S3 | 24.68 | -12.64% |
CVE Dividend Payout History
| # | Ex-Date | Pay Date | Amount | Yield | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jul 29, 2026 | Sep 15, 2026 | Sep 29, 2026 | $0.157 | 0.520% |
| 2 | Jun 15, 2026 | Jun 15, 2026 | Jun 30, 2026 | $0.161 | 0.567% |
| 3 | Feb 19, 2026 | Mar 13, 2026 | Mar 31, 2026 | $0.146 | 0.647% |
| 4 | Oct 31, 2025 | Dec 15, 2025 | Dec 31, 2025 | $0.150 | 0.88% |
| 5 | Jul 31, 2025 | Sep 15, 2025 | Sep 29, 2025 | $0.150 | 1.01% |
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