TotalEnergies (TTE) Gains Following Expectations of Better Growth in Q3

Core Insights - TotalEnergies SE (NYSE:TTE) experienced a share price increase of 7.32% from October 10 to October 17, 2025, ranking among the top gaining energy stocks during that week [1]. Group 1: Company Performance - TotalEnergies expects its oil and gas production for Q3 to reach 2.5 million barrels of oil equivalent per day (boe/d), reflecting a 4% year-over-year increase and exceeding its annual and quarterly guidance of more than 3% [3]. - The company anticipates growth in Q3 earnings and cash flow compared to the same period last year, driven by increased production and higher refining margins, despite a $10 per barrel decline in oil prices [3]. Group 2: Analyst Ratings - On October 10, 2025, Scotiabank analyst Paul Cheng raised the price target for TotalEnergies from $65 to $67 while maintaining a 'Sector Perform' rating on the shares, following an update of price targets for US Integrated Oil, Refining, and Large Cap E&P stocks [4].