QM · rank #11 · 2026-07-22
PKN
GPW · PLN · $44.84B (USD)
The exact numbers the algorithm saw.
| Momentum 12-1 Return from 12 months ago to 1 month ago. | +65.64% |
|---|---|
| ROE TTM Return on equity, trailing 12 months. | +4.4% |
| Profit margin Net profit margin, trailing 12 months. | +2.4% |
| Market cap (USD) Size filter: > $300M required (USD-equivalent). | $44.84B |
| Anchor (recent) Close on 2026-06-22 | $127.50 |
| Anchor (far) Close on 2025-06-20 | $76.97 |
The AI research card
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Summary
PKN ORLEN is the dominant integrated energy and refining group in Central and Eastern Europe with expanding operations across petrochemicals, retail, LNG logistics, and renewable power.
Rationale
The strong momentum signal is fundamentally validated by a record Q1 2026 performance that beat market consensus with net profits of PLN 8.1–8.2bn and a record approved dividend of PLN 8 per share.
Material risks
- 1Cyclical exposure to highly volatile global oil prices and refining margins, which could normalize rapidly and erode recent earnings strength.
- 2Governance and state intervention risks, including legacy trading disputes from Orlen Trading Switzerland and potential political influence on energy pricing and capital allocation.
AI verdict council
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