Golar LNG (NASDAQ:GLNG) Rating Increased to Hold at Wall Street Zen

Golar LNG (NASDAQ:GLNG) was upgraded by Wall Street Zen from a “sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a research report issued on Saturday.

Several other equities analysts have also weighed in on the stock. BTIG Research lifted their target price on shares of Golar LNG from $50.00 to $53.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a report on Wednesday, February 25th. The Goldman Sachs Group set a $56.00 price target on shares of Golar LNG in a report on Monday, February 2nd. Zacks Research upgraded shares of Golar LNG from a “strong sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a research report on Monday, January 5th. Finally, Weiss Ratings reaffirmed a “hold (c+)” rating on shares of Golar LNG in a report on Monday, December 29th. Two research analysts have rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, three have issued a Buy rating and three have given a Hold rating to the company. According to MarketBeat, the stock presently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average price target of $50.50.

Golar LNG Stock Up 1.8%

Golar LNG stock opened at $55.03 on Friday. The firm has a market cap of $5.75 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 85.99 and a beta of 0.18. Golar LNG has a 52 week low of $29.56 and a 52 week high of $55.80. The business’s 50-day moving average price is $44.78 and its 200 day moving average price is $40.78. The company has a quick ratio of 1.32, a current ratio of 2.55 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.19.

Golar LNG (NASDAQ:GLNG) last announced its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, February 25th. The shipping company reported $0.30 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, missing analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.38 by ($0.08). Golar LNG had a net margin of 16.69% and a return on equity of 6.24%. The company had revenue of $132.81 million during the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $123.29 million. As a group, sell-side analysts anticipate that Golar LNG will post 1.39 earnings per share for the current year.

Institutional Inflows and Outflows

Large investors have recently made changes to their positions in the business. Caitong International Asset Management Co. Ltd grew its stake in Golar LNG by 278.2% in the 3rd quarter. Caitong International Asset Management Co. Ltd now owns 658 shares of the shipping company’s stock valued at $27,000 after acquiring an additional 484 shares during the period. Smartleaf Asset Management LLC raised its position in Golar LNG by 281.9% during the third quarter. Smartleaf Asset Management LLC now owns 909 shares of the shipping company’s stock worth $37,000 after acquiring an additional 671 shares during the period. Zions Bancorporation National Association UT acquired a new position in Golar LNG during the fourth quarter worth $44,000. EverSource Wealth Advisors LLC lifted its holdings in Golar LNG by 94.0% during the second quarter. EverSource Wealth Advisors LLC now owns 1,356 shares of the shipping company’s stock valued at $56,000 after purchasing an additional 657 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Brown Brothers Harriman & Co. purchased a new position in Golar LNG during the fourth quarter valued at $65,000. 92.21% of the stock is owned by institutional investors and hedge funds.

Key Stories Impacting Golar LNG

Here are the key news stories impacting Golar LNG this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Board launches strategic review to “maximize stakeholder value” and accelerate FLNG growth; Goldman Sachs appointed as financial advisor — this is the primary catalyst for the stock’s move higher because it signals management may pursue transactions or restructurings to speed project development or unlock value. Golar LNG Limited announces strategic review to maximize stakeholder value and appoints Goldman Sachs as financial advisor
• Positive Sentiment: Media and wire reports emphasize the strategic review and GS appointment, amplifying investor attention and liquidity into the name. Golar LNG launches strategic review to advance FLNG growth plans
• Positive Sentiment: Goldman Sachs continues to feature Golar positively — the bank’s buy-side commentary and inclusion of GLNG among LNG names with upside supports investor confidence that the strategic review could yield constructive outcomes. Goldman Sachs Remains a Buy on Golar LNG (GLNG)
• Neutral Sentiment: Zacks notes the stock has climbed about 25% since the last earnings report and asks whether that momentum can continue — useful context for momentum traders but not a standalone catalyst. Golar LNG (GLNG) Up 25.1% Since Last Earnings Report: Can It Continue?
• Neutral Sentiment: Golar filed its 2025 Form 20‑F with the U.S. SEC — a routine regulatory disclosure that increases transparency (helps institutional due diligence) but is not a direct value catalyst. Golar LNG Limited – Announcement of filing of Form 20-F Annual Report
• Neutral Sentiment: Company set its 2026 Annual General Meeting for May 19, 2026 (record date April 6) — standard governance timing; watch proxy materials for any strategic-review details or board commentary. 2026 Annual General Meeting

About Golar LNG

Golar LNG Ltd. is a leading owner and operator of liquefied natural gas (LNG) carriers and floating infrastructure. The company specializes in the transportation of LNG on long-term and spot charters for major energy firms around the world. In addition to shipping, Golar LNG has broadened its services to include project development and the conversion of existing carriers into Floating Liquefied Natural Gas (FLNG) and Floating Storage and Regasification Unit (FSRU) vessels.

Since pioneering the first purpose-built FLNG conversion project, Golar LNG has been at the forefront of offshore gas monetization.