CRC Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CRC - California Resources Corporation
$52.90
-1.91 (-3.48%)
▼
5d:
-6.52%
30d:
-15.03%
90d:
-17.15%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jun 23, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 04, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: CRC shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: CRC shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$41.24
Based on -13.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$25.61
Trading above historical range
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 20.2x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CRC is currently trading at $52.90, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $56.59 to $62.05. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 11.9) compared to its historical average (20.2). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 16.1% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CRC is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $54.92. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 3.5% recently.
Market Sentiment: CRC has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $82.45 (+55.9%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CRC is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $54.92. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 3.5% recently.
Market Sentiment: CRC has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $82.45 (+55.9%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$56.59 -
$62.05
Company Quality Score
50/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
52.4%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Downward momentum (-3.5%)
- BULLISH: Trading 55.9% below Wall St target ($82.45)
- CAUTION: 5-day price weakness (-6.5%) - monitor closely
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$56.59 -
$62.05
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$54.93
Resistance Level
$62.10
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Jun 17, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
11.91
Wall Street Target
$82.45
(+55.9%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
6.7%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-61.5%
Profit Margin
-13.4%
Valuation Discount vs History
-16.1% cheaper
PE vs Historical
11.9 vs 20.2
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-16.1%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$47.61
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$42.85
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$38.56
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 12→20)
$65.40
(+24%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: -31.0%)
$70.52
(+33%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 11.9, Growth: -31.0%)
$38.56
(-27%)
Bear:
(PE: 10.1, Growth: -31.0%)
$32.78
(-38%)
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 11.9 to 20.2
Stabilization Target:
$89.72
(+69.6%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+69.6%
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Technical Signals Check
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
4
Sells
Net
INSIDERS SELLING
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