Is CRK stock a Buy, Sell, or Hold?

Based on our analysis, CRK is currently a WAIT with low confidence. 📊 MIXED SIGNALS: CRK shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.

What is the fair value of CRK stock?

Our analysis estimates the fair value range for CRK to be between $12.96 and $14.00. The current price is $14.28.

What is the analyst price target for CRK?

The average Wall Street analyst price target for CRK is $15.04. This implies a potential upside of 5.3% from current levels.

CRK Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

CRK - Comstock Resources, Inc.

CRUDE PETROLEUM & NATURAL GAS

$14.28

0.06 (0.42%) ▲

5d: +5.39%

30d: +5.62%

90d: +2.44%

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LOW Confidence

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Analysis Updated: Aug 24, 2026 12:00 AM ET

Earnings: Jul 29, 2026 0d

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Signal fired Aug 24, 2026 at $14.33 · last confirmed Aug 24, 2026

Strength: 6.1/10

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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)

Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation

Adjust Growth Assumption: 25.0%

0% (Stagnation) 50% (Hyper Growth)

EST. PRICE IN 2031

$26.56

Based on 14.5% avg growth

INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY

$16.49

13.4% Margin of Safety

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 15.7x Exit PE.

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In-depth Analysis How we analyze

Valuation Analysis: CRK is currently trading at $14.28, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $12.96 to $14.00. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 16.4) is in line with its historical norms (15.7). At these levels, the market is pricing in 1.5% annual earnings growth.

Technical Outlook: Technically, CRK is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $14.59. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.

Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 57/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.

Quick Decision Summary

Current Position EXTENDED

Historical Trading Range $12.96 - $14.00

Company Quality Score 49/100 (HOLD)

Volume Confirmation HIGH

Confidence Score 49.5%

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All Signals

BEARISH: Price extended above range
NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (57/100)
BULLISH: High volume confirmation
NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($15.04)
BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 1.5% growth with -25.2% revenue growth
WARNING: Composite score 49/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market

Trading Range Analysis

30-Day Trading Range $12.96 - $14.00

Current vs Trading Range EXTENDED

Support & Resistance Levels

Support Level $13.40

Resistance Level $14.59

Current Trend Strong Downtrend

Technical data as of Aug 24, 2026

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 16.44

Wall Street Target $15.04 (+5.3%)

Revenue Growth (YoY) -25.2%

Earnings Growth (YoY) -93.0%

Profit Margin 27.0%

Valuation Premium vs History +1.5% premium

PE vs Historical 16.4 vs 15.7 FAIR

Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists

Implied Growth (YoY): +1.5% (market-implied from PE analysis)

1-Year Target $14.49 (+2%)

2-Year Target $14.71 (+3%)

3-Year Target $14.93 (+5%)

3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 16→16) PE COMPRESSION $14.26 (0%)

Earnings growth offset by PE compression

3-Year Scenarios Using analyst projected EPS growth

Bull: (PE: 20.1, Growth: 108.3%) $58.78 (+312%)

Base: (SPY PE: 16.4, Growth: 108.3%) $48.20 (+238%)

Bear: (PE: 14.0, Growth: 108.3%) $40.97 (+187%)

📈 Valuation based on Current Earnings

Trailing PE: 7.59 | Current EPS (TTM): $1.82

Bull Case $7.60 (-47%)

Analyst growth -50.0%, PE expands to 8.4

Base Case $6.91 (-51%)

Market implied -50.0%, PE stable at 7.6

Bear Case $9.40 (-34%)

Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 6.5

These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.

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