Canadian Natural Resources: These Are The 4 Biggest Challenges In Its Path In 2026 & Beyond!

Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. delivered a robust performance in the third quarter of 2025, highlighted by record production levels in both liquids and natural gas. The company achieved a total production of approximately 1.62 million barrels of oil equivalent (BOE) per day, signifying a substantial 19% increase compared to the same period the previous year. This notable performance was driven by strategic organic growth initiatives and accretive acquisitions, specifically including the acquisition of a 100% interest in the Albian oil sands mines, enhancing Canadian Natural’s oil sands portfolio and boosting production levels. The company’s oil sands operations experienced a significant upturn, with production averaging 581,000 barrels of synthetic crude oil per day and demonstrating a strong utilization rate of 104%. Despite the large-scale operations, Canadian Natural maintained industry-leading operating costs of approximately $21 per barrel, showcasing their operational efficiency.