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CRC
$53.47-0.78 (-1.44%)
Market ClosedLast close Jul 24
California Resources Corporation operates as an independent energy and carbon management company in the United States.
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Whystock Brain
The Narrative
California Resources Corporation in the Energy sector is trading at $53.47 with a market capitalization of $5.0B. Wall Street consensus targets $77.55 (11 analysts), implying a +45.0% move over the next 12 months. The stock is currently 26% below its 52-week high of $71.98, remaining 1.7% below its 200-day moving average. On fundamentals, Piotroski 4/9 shows mixed financial quality, Altman Z in the distress zone. The Whystock Score of 60/100 suggests a balanced risk-reward profile.
Ecosystem Influences
Sell-side targets imply +45.0% upside over 12 months
Long-term trend bearish (price vs 200-day SMA)
Macro-economic sensitivity to interest rate and inflation shifts
Quarterly Financials
| Metric (USD) | Q1 2026 | Q4 2025 | Q3 2025 | Q2 2025 | Q1 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Revenue | $967.00M↑ | $798.00M↓ | $878.00M↑ | $816.00M↓ | $906.00M |
| Gross Profit | $446.00M↑ | $297.00M↓ | $395.00M↑ | $352.00M↓ | $409.00M |
| Operating Income | $161.00M↑ | $4.00M↓ | $151.00M↑ | $108.00M↓ | $174.00M |
| Net Income | -$711.00M↓ | $12.00M↓ | $64.00M↓ | $172.00M↑ | $115.00M |
Peer Comparison
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Fundamentals
California Resources Corporation operates as an independent energy and carbon management company in the United States. The company operates in two segments, Oil and Natural Gas, and Carbon Management. It explores, develops, and produces crude oil, oi...
Market Cap
Total dollar market value of a company's outstanding shares of stock (Price * Shares).
$4.99B
P/E Ratio
Priced for growth. Investors expect sustained double-digit expansion.
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Beta
High-beta play. Expect amplified moves vs. the broad market.
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Div Yield
Strong income play. Yield provides a meaningful total return floor.
2.26%
ROE
Average efficiency. Growth may require heavy reinvestment.
-15.87%
Volume
Today's trading volume
664,765
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