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SummaryEOG Resources is upgraded to buy, as the current valuation offers a solid margin of safety amid strong financial health and operational excellence.EOG delivered robust Q1 results, with revenue up 22%, well cost reductions, and $1.49B in free cash flow, supporting solid dividends and buybacks.Despite macro risks and commodity price volatility, EOG's balance sheet strength, disciplined capital allocation, and accretive M&A potential position it for resilience.Current levels indicate a significant margin of safety already priced in, which may still be hard to justify given the company's quality despite macro pressure. mustafaU/iStock via Getty Images

Introduction Back when I last covered EOG Resources (EOG), I downgraded it to a Hold, highlighting how the valuation seemed fair while the macro risks were rising.

With the stock down about 5.5% more than three

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