TotalEnergies Shares Rise at Close Ahead of Dividend Ex-Detachment
TotalEnergies closed up 0.8% on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at 56.40 euros, driven by last-minute purchases before the detachment of the second interim dividend scheduled for the following day. Trading volumes remained modest with only 0.12% of the capital traded in a traditionally quiet end-of-year market context.
Support Through Share Buyback
TotalEnergies repurchased 489,588 shares between December 22 and December 24 at an average price of 55.99 euros, supporting the share price in a context of reduced volumes. The stock rose by 0.8% on Tuesday to close at 56.40 euros, which is 0.45 euros higher than the previous day. This slight increase reflects a consolidation above the 50 and 200-day moving averages, respectively positioned at 55.22 euros and 53.40 euros, indicating a confirmed medium-term upward trend. The RSI, at 51, remains in a neutral zone and does not indicate any particular tension. Over the past week, TotalEnergies has gained 0.82%, contributing to a quarterly performance of 6.32% and an annual performance of 6.92%. The resistance threshold at 57.18 euros remains within reach, while the support at 54.50 euros continues to provide a secure cushion for the stock. The monthly volatility of 3.47% and an extremely low beta of 0.09 confirm the relative stability of the oil giant in a fairly calm market environment.
Upcoming Dividend Payment Spurs Investor Interest
The second interim dividend of 0.85 euros per share will be detached on December 31, 2025, with payment scheduled for January 5, 2026, partly explaining the investors' interest in the stock at the end of the month. This quarterly payment is part of the group's shareholder remuneration policy, up 7.6% compared to 2024, offering an estimated annual yield of 5.90%. Investors holding their shares before the close of December 30 will benefit from this payment. Analytically, BNP Paribas recently raised its price target from 50 to 55 euros on December 8, now assigning a neutral recommendation to the stock. This adjustment reflects a limited downside potential of 2.5% compared to the current price, in a context where analysts seem to adopt a cautious stance due to uncertainties weighing on the energy sector. The MACD remains neutral with a signal line almost merged, generating no clear directional signal for the upcoming sessions.
