Comstock Resources (CRK) Stock Overview
An independent energy company, engages in the acquisition, exploration, development, and production of natural gas and oil properties in the United States. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
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| Valuation | 5/6 |
| Future Growth | 0/6 |
| Past Performance | 2/6 |
| Financial Health | 2/6 |
| Dividends | 0/6 |
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
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| Current Share Price | US$13.41 |
| 52 Week High | US$28.10 |
| 52 Week Low | US$12.12 |
| Beta | 0.13 |
| 1 Month Change | 3.79% |
| 3 Month Change | -8.90% |
| 1 Year Change | -14.91% |
| 3 Year Change | 10.83% |
| 5 Year Change | 142.50% |
| Change since IPO | 60.22% |
Recent News & Updates
Seeking Alpha • Aug 01
Comstock Resources: Work In Progress
Summary The article highlights a stock facing market skepticism due to a recent high-cost discovery. Significant cash reserves exist from the sale of a noncontrolling interest in the Western Haynesville midstream company. Management emphasizes ongoing progress in reducing high costs. Mr. Market awaits confirmation in upcoming quarterly reports. Future cash infusions from the midstream asset remain possible if needed. Operational improvements are the key focus. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update • Jul 29
CRK: Reset Earnings Power And Leverage Improvements Should Support Future Stock Returns
Analysts have trimmed their average price target on Comstock Resources from about $17.42 to about $15.58, as updated models reflect lower assumed revenue growth, a reduced future P/E of roughly 20.3x versus 30.8x, and ongoing concerns around leverage, gas production costs, and execution that have led several firms to cut individual targets into a $10 to $21 range. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Comstock Resources shows a mixed tone, with most firms trimming price targets into a tighter band while keeping ratings clustered around Neutral, Equal Weight or Hold.Recent updates
Seeking Alpha • Aug 01
Comstock Resources: Work In Progress
Summary The article highlights a stock facing market skepticism due to a recent high-cost discovery. Significant cash reserves exist from the sale of a noncontrolling interest in the Western Haynesville midstream company. Management emphasizes ongoing progress in reducing high costs. Mr. Market awaits confirmation in upcoming quarterly reports. Future cash infusions from the midstream asset remain possible if needed. Operational improvements are the key focus. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaNarrative Update • Jul 29
CRK: Reset Earnings Power And Leverage Improvements Should Support Future Stock Returns
Analysts have trimmed their average price target on Comstock Resources from about $17.42 to about $15.58, as updated models reflect lower assumed revenue growth, a reduced future P/E of roughly 20.3x versus 30.8x, and ongoing concerns around leverage, gas production costs, and execution that have led several firms to cut individual targets into a $10 to $21 range. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Comstock Resources shows a mixed tone, with most firms trimming price targets into a tighter band while keeping ratings clustered around Neutral, Equal Weight or Hold.
Narrative Update • Jul 15
CRK: Western Haynesville Power Hub Plans Will Test Gas Cost Headwinds
Comstock Resources' updated analyst price target has shifted down from $13.00 to $10.00 as analysts factor in its higher financial leverage, relatively higher gas production costs, execution track record, and recent underperformance versus peers. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Comstock Resources points to a cautious stance, with several firms trimming price targets and highlighting ongoing concerns around balance sheet risk, gas cost structure, and execution history.
Narrative Update • Jul 01
CRK: Higher Oil Outlook And Pinnacle Stake Sale Will Support Cash Flows
Comstock Resources' analyst fair value estimate has been revised down from $28.81 to $24.25 as analysts reset price targets across the sector, citing updated commodity price assumptions and recent cuts from several major firms. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Comstock Resources shows a clear pattern of reduced price targets as firms adjust to updated commodity price assumptions and sector wide revisions.Analysis Article • Jun 20
Comstock Resources (CRK) Stock Could Be 24.8% Undervalued on Its LNG Growth Narrative
Comstock Resources (CRK) has drawn investor attention after recent share price pressure, with the stock down over the past week, month and past 3 months, which has sharpened the focus on its fundamentals. See our latest analysis for Comstock Resources. At a share price of $13.10, Comstock Resources has seen its 30 day share price return fall 7.16%, while the year to date share price return is down 44.44%, and the 1 year total shareholder return has declined 57.05%. However, the 3 and 5 year...Narrative Update • Jun 17
CRK: Midstream Sale And Power Project Should Support Future Stock Returns
Analysts have reduced the average fair value estimate for Comstock Resources from about $19.86 to roughly $17.42. This reflects a series of lower price targets in recent research updates that factor in new commodity price assumptions and sector-wide valuation resets.Narrative Update • Jun 03
CRK: Mixed Gas Outlook And Power Hub Plans Will Shape Future P/E
Analysts have trimmed their price targets on Comstock Resources by a few dollars per share, reflecting updated assumptions on commodity price outlooks and sector valuations. The model fair value estimate holds steady at $13.00.Narrative Update • May 19
CRK: Reduced Gas Output And Spending Plans Will Pressure Future P/E Support
Comstock Resources' updated analyst price target shifts to $13.00, with recent Street research trimming targets in a tight $16 to $30 range as analysts factor in revised fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E assumptions. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around Comstock Resources points to a more cautious tone, with several bearish analysts trimming targets and reassessing the balance between valuation, execution, and growth expectations.Analysis Article • May 13
Additional Considerations Required While Assessing Comstock Resources' (NYSE:CRK) Strong Earnings
Investors were disappointed with Comstock Resources, Inc.'s ( NYSE:CRK ) earnings, despite the strong profit numbers...Narrative Update • May 02
CRK: Western Haynesville Power Hub And Higher Oil Outlook Will Support Cash Flows
Analysts have trimmed the average price target for Comstock Resources by about $0.19 to roughly $28.81, reflecting recent revisions to oil and gas price assumptions and updated company guidance. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Comstock Resources has centered on refreshed commodity price assumptions and updated company guidance, which have filtered directly into revised price targets.Narrative Update • Apr 18
CRK: Western Haynesville Power Hub Will Shape Future Cash Flow Visibility
Comstock Resources' fair value estimate has been trimmed by $1 to $29 as analysts factor in recent price target reductions that reflect updated models following Q4 results, revised 2026 production and spending guidance, and adjusted oil and natural gas price outlooks. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Comstock Resources shows a mix of price target lifts and trims as analysts update models for Q4 results, 2026 production and spending guidance, and revised oil and natural gas price assumptions.Narrative Update • Apr 03
CRK: Western Haynesville Power Hub Will Support Future Cash Flow Visibility
Analysts have revised their average fair value estimate for Comstock Resources from $31.60 to about $30. This change reflects updated assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins and discount rates following a mix of recent price target adjustments and new oil and gas price outlooks.Narrative Update • Mar 20
CRK: 2026 Spending And Production Guidance Will Weigh On Future P/E Support
Analysts have adjusted the fair value estimate for Comstock Resources slightly higher to reflect a modestly increased implied price target of about $8.65 from roughly $8.60, citing updated assumptions on discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E following recent Street research that includes both upward and downward revisions to targets in the $19 to $30 range. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Comstock Resources shows a mix of higher and lower price targets, with several Bearish analysts highlighting execution and growth risks that help explain the more cautious fair value work.Narrative Update • Mar 05
CRK: Revised 2026 Plan Will Restrain Returns Versus Current P/E
Analysts have reduced their average fair value estimate for Comstock Resources by about $0.86 per share to $19.86. This change reflects recent price target cuts tied to updated models following the Q4 report and 2026 guidance, which indicate lower production and higher spending than previously expected.Narrative Update • Feb 19
CRK: 2026 Spending And Production Guidance Will Pressure Future P/E Support
Analysts trimmed their average price target on Comstock Resources by $1 to $19, citing 2026 guidance that combines production levels below prior expectations with higher planned spending. Analyst Commentary Bearish analysts are focusing on the gap between Comstock Resources' 2026 production outlook and prior expectations, along with the higher planned spending that came with the guidance.Analysis Article • Feb 14
Comstock Resources, Inc. Just Beat Earnings Expectations: Here's What Analysts Think Will Happen Next
A week ago, Comstock Resources, Inc. ( NYSE:CRK ) came out with a strong set of full-year numbers that could...Narrative Update • Feb 05
CRK: Lower Margin Assumptions Will Pressure Future P/E Support
Analysts have revised their fair value estimate for Comstock Resources to approximately $8.76, down from $10.00. This change reflects updated views on discount rates, profit margins, and future P/E assumptions following recent mixed price target moves and rating changes from the Street.Narrative Update • Jan 22
CRK: Higher Risk Profile Will Constrain Future Earnings Versus Current P/E
Analysts nudged their fair value estimate for Comstock Resources from US$20.36 to US$20.71, reflecting updated views on discount rates, profit margin expectations, and future P/E assumptions following recent mixed research that included a downgrade at BofA and a US$1 price target increase at Citi. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Comstock Resources reflects a split view, with one high profile downgrade and a separate US$1 increase in the stock's price target.Analysis Article • Jan 12
Comstock Resources, Inc.'s (NYSE:CRK) Popularity With Investors Is Clear
Comstock Resources, Inc.'s ( NYSE:CRK ) price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of 3.5x may not look like an appealing...Narrative Update • Jan 07
CRK: Secular Gas Demand Will Not Offset Weaker Margins And Cash Flows
Analysts have trimmed their price target on Comstock Resources to $9 from $10, citing updated assumptions on fair value, discount rate, and profit margin as they reset expectations ahead of upcoming Q3 earnings reports across E&P names. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts point to ongoing conversations around power and data center demand for gas as a supportive backdrop for Comstock Resources, which could help underpin long term cash flow potential if execution on volumes and costs is disciplined.Narrative Update • Dec 23
CRK: Secular Gas Demand Will Support Cash Flows Despite Margin Pressures
Analysts nudged their price target on Comstock Resources slightly lower to approximately $9, reflecting modestly softer long term revenue growth and profit margin expectations, while also recognizing a supportive secular gas demand outlook and better capital efficiency across E&P peers. Analyst Commentary Analysts are refining their views on Comstock Resources as the sector narrative shifts toward secular gas demand, capital efficiency, and the evolving U.S. onshore landscape.Narrative Update • Dec 09
CRK: Secular Gas Demand Will Not Offset Weaker Returns Outlook
Analysts have nudged their fair value estimate for Comstock Resources higher, lifting the price target by nearly $1 to reflect slightly lower discount rates, stronger expected revenue growth and higher future valuation multiples, even as near term Street targets such as the recent move to $9 continue to embed caution around margins and capital efficiency. Analyst Commentary Street research remains divided on the appropriate risk premium and growth trajectory for Comstock Resources, with recent target changes highlighting both the potential upside from secular gas demand and the execution risks tied to capital deployment.Narrative Update • Nov 25
CRK: Weaker Margins And Sector Adjustments Will Pressure Returns Ahead
Analysts have slightly increased their price target for Comstock Resources from $18.82 to $19.46, citing stronger revenue growth projections. This comes despite some concerns over profit margins and sector-wide estimate adjustments ahead of Q3 earnings.Narrative Update • Nov 06
CRK: Persistent Natural Gas Oversupply Will Pressure Returns Through 2026
Comstock Resources' analyst price target has decreased substantially, with recent updates lowering expectations to a range of $9 to $14 per share. Analysts cite ongoing commodity headwinds and persistent oversupply, particularly in the natural gas sector, as key factors behind the adjustment.Analysis Article • Oct 02
Revenues Tell The Story For Comstock Resources, Inc. (NYSE:CRK) As Its Stock Soars 32%
Comstock Resources, Inc. ( NYSE:CRK ) shareholders are no doubt pleased to see that the share price has bounced 32% in...Narrative Update • Sep 17
Refined Western Haynesville Drilling Will Unlock Enduring Resource Potential
Comstock Resources' consensus price target has been revised down from $19.04 to $18.46, as analysts cite persistent weakness and oversupply in natural gas markets, disappointing Q2 results, and an elevated valuation relative to peers. Analyst Commentary Bearish analysts cite persistent commodity headwinds, especially weak and oversupplied natural gas markets, as a major factor dampening upside potential.Narrative Update • Aug 27
Refined Western Haynesville Drilling Will Unlock Enduring Resource Potential
Comstock Resources’ consensus price target was revised downward to $19.64 amid persistent natural gas price headwinds, oversupply concerns, weaker production outlook, and premium valuation relative to peers. Analyst Commentary Persistent commodity and natural gas price headwinds limiting upside potential.Analysis Article • Aug 01
Comstock Resources, Inc. (NYSE:CRK) Shares Slammed 29% But Getting In Cheap Might Be Difficult Regardless
Comstock Resources, Inc. ( NYSE:CRK ) shareholders won't be pleased to see that the share price has had a very rough...Analysis Article • Jul 17
Comstock Resources (NYSE:CRK) Is Carrying A Fair Bit Of Debt
Legendary fund manager Li Lu (who Charlie Munger backed) once said, 'The biggest investment risk is not the volatility...New Narrative • May 26
Western Haynesville Drilling Will Face Regulatory Headwinds While Unlocking Opportunities
Heavy dependence on natural gas exposes Comstock to commodity price volatility, regional risks, and potential regulation-driven margin pressure.Analysis Article • May 16
Revenues Tell The Story For Comstock Resources, Inc. (NYSE:CRK) As Its Stock Soars 26%
Comstock Resources, Inc. ( NYSE:CRK ) shareholders have had their patience rewarded with a 26% share price jump in the...Analysis Article • Apr 30
Is There An Opportunity With Comstock Resources, Inc.'s (NYSE:CRK) 46% Undervaluation?
Key Insights The projected fair value for Comstock Resources is US$35.32 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity...Seeking Alpha • Apr 29
Comstock Resources: Western Haynesville Is A Transformative Asset (Rating Upgrade)
Summary Upgrading Comstock Resources, Inc. from Sell to Buy due to higher natural gas prices and promising Western Haynesville acreage. Increased disclosure on the Western Haynesville acreage means it's no longer appropriate to value CRK based solely on current free cash flow. Western Haynesville acreage offers significant growth potential, making CRK an attractive investment for those bullish on LNG exports and gas demand. CRK stock remains high risk due to debt and cost uncertainties, but offers high-reward potential for investors buying on dips. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Mar 19
Here's Why Comstock Resources (NYSE:CRK) Can Afford Some Debt
Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...Seeking Alpha • Feb 24
Comstock Resources: First Quarter Will Be Better Still
Summary Comstock Resources operates in the high-cost Haynesville dry gas basin. The company's earnings were impacted by unrealized derivative losses. Derivative contracts are an opportunity cost for guaranteed cash flow, with actual gains or losses determined upon contract settlement. Unrealized derivative gains and losses represent opportunity costs rather than 'real' cash gains or losses. The negative free cash flow demonstrates an aggressive financial strategy to have more natural gas available when the pricing recovery begins. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jan 13
Comstock Resources: Operating In The Swing Basin
Summary Comstock Resources benefits from low cash costs. Haynesville wells are very expensive to drill and complete. Comparatively high DD&A costs highlight the expensive nature of Haynesville wells. Growing natural gas demand, driven by exports, could (likely) elevate North American prices. CRK's low acreage costs provide a competitive edge. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Jan 07
Comstock Resources, Inc. (NYSE:CRK) Stocks Shoot Up 27% But Its P/S Still Looks Reasonable
Despite an already strong run, Comstock Resources, Inc. ( NYSE:CRK ) shares have been powering on, with a gain of 27...Seeking Alpha • Dec 31
Comstock Resources: Momentum Carries The Stock Price Higher
Summary CRK is overvalued at $19 per share. Lower natural gas prices in 2024 negatively impacted their balance sheet. The Haynesville is a key producing region for the US, but may go into its final decline phase in 10+ years. We have a tsunami of natural gas demand coming in the next 5 years that will require a lot more production. The Western Haynesville is competitive and poised to grow over the next 5 years. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Dec 18
Is Comstock Resources (NYSE:CRK) A Risky Investment?
The external fund manager backed by Berkshire Hathaway's Charlie Munger, Li Lu, makes no bones about it when he says...Seeking Alpha • Nov 21
CRK: High-Cost Gas Producer With Excess Debt
Summary Comstock Resources (CRK) faces elevated breakeven costs and negative free cash flow, necessitating additional debt to fund operations amid low natural gas prices. Despite a 44% stock rally since April 2023, CRK's fundamentals remain challenged, with production declines and increased CAPEX pushing up costs. Jerry Jones' majority ownership and potential for a take-private deal create speculative interest, but significant debt and cash outspend make a premium acquisition unlikely. Superior alternatives like Expand Energy (EXE) and EQT offer better fundamentals and free cash flow generation, making CRK a sell. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Nov 21
There's Reason For Concern Over Comstock Resources, Inc.'s (NYSE:CRK) Massive 32% Price Jump
Comstock Resources, Inc. ( NYSE:CRK ) shares have continued their recent momentum with a 32% gain in the last month...Seeking Alpha • Nov 01
Comstock Resources Continues To Burn Cash
Summary Comstock reported negative $52 million in Q3 2024 FCF, bringing its YTD FCF to negative $308 million. It has made improvements with Western Haynesville D&C costs, but I believe it still requires a further 15% to 20% reduction to be competitive with legacy Haynesville wells. Comstock's 2024 production results are trending to be a bit lower than its guidance midpoint. 2025 free cash flow may end up a bit over $100 million at current strip. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Oct 21
Comstock May Be Taken Private In A Gas Bear Market
Summary Comstock Resources, Inc. faces a challenging natural gas market, with declining prices and increased drilling costs, impacting revenue and margins. Despite these challenges, Comstock's strategic focus on Haynesville/Bossier shale assets aims to leverage growing LNG export capacity along the Gulf Coast. Jerry Jones's $100mm investment on top of his $1.1b position and the suspension of dividends suggest a possible buyout, potentially offering a premium to current trading levels. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Sep 01
A Piece Of The Puzzle Missing From Comstock Resources, Inc.'s (NYSE:CRK) 28% Share Price Climb
Those holding Comstock Resources, Inc. ( NYSE:CRK ) shares would be relieved that the share price has rebounded 28% in...Analysis Article • Aug 04
Earnings Update: Comstock Resources, Inc. (NYSE:CRK) Just Reported Its Second-Quarter Results And Analysts Are Updating Their Forecasts
Comstock Resources, Inc. ( NYSE:CRK ) just released its latest quarterly report and things are not looking great. It...Shareholder Returns
| CRK | US Oil and Gas | US Market | |
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| 7D | 0% | -3.0% | 2.7% |
| 1Y | -14.9% | 30.9% | 20.9% |
Return vs Industry: CRK underperformed the US Oil and Gas industry which returned 30.9% over the past year.
Return vs Market: CRK underperformed the US Market which returned 20.9% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| CRK volatility | |
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| CRK Average Weekly Movement | 6.6% |
| Oil and Gas Industry Average Movement | 6.0% |
| Market Average Movement | 7.2% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 16.2% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 3.1% |
Stable Share Price: CRK has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: CRK's weekly volatility (7%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
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| 1919 | 252 | Miles Allison | www.comstockresources.com |
Comstock Resources, Inc., an independent energy company, engages in the acquisition, exploration, development, and production of natural gas and oil properties in the United States. Its assets covering an area of approximately 1,069,991 acres are located in the Haynesville and Bossier shales located in North Louisiana and East Texas. The company was incorporated in 1919 and is headquartered in Frisco, Texas.
Comstock Resources, Inc. Fundamentals Summary
| CRK fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$3.94b |
| Earnings (TTM) | US$504.33m |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$1.88b |
7.8x
P/E Ratio2.1x
P/S RatioIs CRK overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| CRK income statement (TTM) | |
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| Revenue | US$1.88b |
| Cost of Revenue | US$812.34m |
| Gross Profit | US$1.07b |
| Other Expenses | US$565.80m |
| Earnings | US$504.33m |
Last Reported Earnings
Jun 30, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 1.72 |
| Gross Margin | 56.85% |
| Net Profit Margin | 26.79% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 98.0% |
How did CRK perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/08/10 18:50 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/08/07 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/06/30 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Comstock Resources, Inc. is covered by 25 analysts. 8 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Phillip Jungwirth | BMO Capital Markets Equity Research |
| Randy Ollenberger | BMO Capital Markets Equity Research |
| Kaleinoheaokealaula Akamine | BofA Global Research |