Update shared on20 Sep 2025
Fair value Increased 8.04%The upward revision in California Resources’ price target reflects a markedly higher future P/E despite a weaker net profit margin, raising the consensus fair value from $60.75 to $65.64.
What's in the News
- Total net production for Q2 and first half 2025 more than doubled YoY to 137–139 MBoe/d.
- Repurchased 5.5 million shares (6.19%) in Q2 2025; total buyback to date is 26.3 million shares (33.08%) at $1.14 billion.
- Production and earnings guidance for Q3 2025: 135–139 MBoe/d, net income $75–$79 million; for FY 2025: 134–138 MBoe/d, net income $375–$405 million.
- Buyback plan duration extended to June 30, 2026.
Valuation Changes
Summary of Valuation Changes for California Resources
- The Consensus Analyst Price Target has risen from $60.75 to $65.64.
- The Future P/E for California Resources has significantly risen from 31.06x to 46.15x.
- The Net Profit Margin for California Resources has significantly fallen from 5.35% to 3.97%.
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