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California Resources Corp(CRC)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for CRC
10/08/2026: CRC (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
California Resources Corporation is an independent energy producer primarily focused on California, known for its extensive legacy asset base and recent pivot toward carbon management. The company benefits from its position as the largest independent producer in the region, providing deep operational expertise. Its primary growth opportunity lies in scaling its Carbon TerraVault business, which aims to provide industrial carbon sequestration services. However, the company faces significant risks from California's strict regulatory environment, commodity price volatility, and the execution complexity of its new business model. This stock may best suit investors looking for value or dividend income within the energy sector, provided they can tolerate the specific risks of the California market.
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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | Growth depends on the successful scaling of the Carbon TerraVault business rather than rapid fossil fuel production growth. |
| Momentum investor | Mixed fit | Momentum is highly dependent on oil price spikes, which create short-term technical trading opportunities. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | The stock often trades at valuations that reflect regional regulatory discounts, potentially offering value for long-term holders. |
| Dividend investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | CRC offers capital returns through dividends and buybacks, appealing to income-focused investors who can tolerate sector volatility. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | Commodity price sensitivity and California-specific regulatory risk make this an unsuitable choice for risk-averse investors. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | High | Revenue is directly tied to the highly volatile global Brent crude and regional gas price benchmarks. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | Valuations fluctuate based on investor sentiment regarding the pace of California's energy transition. |
| Competition risk (California Regulatory Environment) | High | Regulatory hurdles and environmental mandates create a unique and challenging operational environment compared to other US oil states. |
| Business quality | Medium | The company has strong technical operational expertise but is constrained by a mature, high-cost basin. |
| Dividend income | Medium / high | Payouts are linked to operational cash flow which can be impacted by commodity price cycles. |
| Execution risk | Medium / high | Successfully scaling the Carbon TerraVault business is critical for long-term diversification and requires complex infrastructure build-outs. |
Price Behavior
Downtrend
The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.
Moderately Choppy
The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 3.12% | Avg. Invested days 41 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/08/2026 |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 4.62B USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 76.33 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 76.33 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 854.4K shares | Beta 1.02 | 52 Weeks Range 42.35 - 70.96 | Updated Date 10/08/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 42.35 - 70.96 | Updated Date 10/08/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 3.06% | Basic EPS (TTM) -1.29 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Oil and Natural Gas Production | Extraction and sale of crude oil and natural gas across California basins. | Most revenue comes from selling oil and gas; watch global energy prices. |
| Carbon TerraVault (CCS) | Fees for sequestering CO2 emissions for industrial partners. | This is a new, growing service business aimed at lowering carbon footprints. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 11.92 | Enterprise Value 5.97B | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.24 |
Enterprise Value 5.97B | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.24 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.6 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 14.1 | Shares Outstanding 88.82M | Shares Floating 83.23M |
Shares Outstanding 88.82M | Shares Floating 83.23M | ||
Percent Insiders 4.93 | Percent Institutions 105.71 |
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Financial Metrics
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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 California Resources Corp
Exchange NYSE | Headquarters Long Beach, CA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2020-10-28 | CEO, President & Director Mr. Francisco J. Leon | ||
Sector Energy | Industry Oil & Gas E&P | Full time employees 2500 | Website https://www.crc.com |
Full time employees 2500 | Website https://www.crc.com | ||
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, oil condensate, natural gas liquids and natural gas to california refineries, marketers, and other purchasers. The company also provides Carbon TerraVault which builds, installs, operates, and maintains CO2 capture equipment, transportation assets, and storage facilities. In addition, it owns and operates power generation facilities, as well as smaller gas-fired power plants used to generate power for oil and natural gas operations. The company was incorporated in 2014 and is based in Long Beach, California.
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