YPF Upgraded to Buy as Argentina's Risk Profile and Company Fundamentals Improve

BofA Securities upgraded YPF S.A. (NYSE:YPF) to Buy from Neutral, raising its price target to $55 from $31, representing an approximate 40% upside potential. As a result, the company’s shares rose more than 2% pre-market today. The upgrade comes on the back of improving macroeconomic conditions in Argentina and YPF's advancing operational strategy.

Argentina’s country risk has significantly decreased, dropping from 2,000 basis points at the start of the year to around 750 by the end of November—the lowest level since 2019. This shift in macroeconomic conditions has contributed to YPF's stock rallying approximately 125% year-to-date.

On the company level, YPF continues to strengthen its position through strategic moves, including divestment of conventional assets and progress on its integrated LNG project. These developments, according to BofA, are expected to sustain the stock’s upward trajectory, aligning with both improved country dynamics and YPF’s focused execution on growth and operational efficiency.