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CNX Resources Corp(CNX)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for CNX
10/08/2026: CNX (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
CNX Resources Corp is a specialized natural gas exploration and production company operating primarily in the Appalachian Basin. The company differentiates itself through a highly disciplined capital allocation strategy that emphasizes free cash flow and aggressive share repurchases over pure production growth. This approach has led to a leaner, more efficient business model compared to historical iterations. While the firm enjoys competitive advantages from its low-cost operations, it faces significant risks from commodity price volatility and regulatory challenges inherent to the energy sector. It may best suit value-oriented investors who prioritize cash flow management and corporate efficiency, though investors should monitor natural gas price trends and regulatory developments.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | Growth is constrained by a disciplined capital allocation strategy that emphasizes cash flow over aggressive production volume expansion. |
| Momentum investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | Momentum investors may find value during cycles of rising natural gas prices that correlate with improved company profitability. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | The company's focus on intrinsic value and share repurchases often appeals to value-oriented investors seeking disciplined management. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | The company does not currently prioritize a cash dividend, opting instead to return capital through share buybacks. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | The business remains highly exposed to commodity price volatility and regulatory risks inherent in the energy sector. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | High | Revenues are directly tied to the price of natural gas, which can fluctuate wildly due to global and domestic factors. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | Market valuations for exploration and production companies can decouple from fundamentals during sector-wide shifts. |
| Competition risk (Natural Gas market) | Medium / high | Competition from other Appalachian basin producers for pipeline capacity and market share affects margin realization. |
| Business quality | Medium | The company's reliance on a single major basin limits operational flexibility during localized disruptions. |
| Dividend income | Low / none | Investors seeking immediate, recurring income through dividends will find the capital structure unsuitable. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Operational success depends on maintaining low-cost drilling efficiency and managing complex environmental permitting. |
Price Behavior
Downtrend
The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.
Smooth
The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 33.35% | Avg. Invested days 47 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/08/2026 |
Upturn Scorecard
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Company Fundamentals
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Ownership
Top 5 Institutional Investors
Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)
Economic Dimensions
Quantitative Style Profile
Style Classification
Quality Focused
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 5.01B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 5.48 | 1Y Target Price 37.55 |
Price to earnings Ratio 5.48 | 1Y Target Price 37.55 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1.9M shares | Beta 0.69 | 52 Weeks Range 30.78 - 43.62 | Updated Date 10/07/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 30.78 - 43.62 | Updated Date 10/07/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 6.18 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Natural Gas Production | Extraction and sale of dry natural gas from the Appalachian Basin. | The company earns money primarily by selling the gas it pumps from the ground to industrial and utility customers. |
| Midstream/Gathering | Transportation of gas through company-owned pipeline infrastructure. | Fees from moving gas provide a secondary, more stable revenue stream compared to raw commodity sales. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE 5.48 | Forward PE 8.42 | Enterprise Value 7.26B | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.34 |
Enterprise Value 7.26B | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.34 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.26 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 3.82 | Shares Outstanding 147.94M | Shares Floating 143.77M |
Shares Outstanding 147.94M | Shares Floating 143.77M | ||
Percent Insiders 4.32 | Percent Institutions 93.36 |
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Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
About CNX Resources Corp
Exchange NYSE | Headquarters Canonsburg, PA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1999-04-30 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Alan K. Shepard | ||
Sector Energy | Industry Oil & Gas E&P | Full time employees 390 | Website https://www.cnx.com |
Full time employees 390 | Website https://www.cnx.com | ||
CNX Resources Corporation, an independent natural gas and midstream company, engages in the acquisition, exploration, development, and production of natural gas properties in the Appalachian Basin. The company operates in two segments, Shale and Coalbed Methane (CBM). It produces and sells pipeline quality natural gas primarily for gas wholesalers. The company owns rights to extract natural gas from shale formations in Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Ohio, as well as rights to extract natural gas from other Shale and shallow oil and gas formations primarily in Illinois, Indiana, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia. In addition, the company designs, builds, and operates natural gas gathering systems to move natural gas from the wellhead to interstate pipelines or other local sales points; owns or operates approximately 2,600 miles of natural gas gathering pipelines as well as various natural gas processing facilities. Further, it offers turn-key solutions for water sourcing, delivery and disposal for its natural gas operations and supplies solutions for water sourcing as well as delivery and disposal for third parties. The company was formerly known as CONSOL Energy Inc. and changed its name to CNX Resources Corporation in November 2017. CNX Resources Corporation was founded in 1860 and is based in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania.
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