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Comstock Resources Inc (CRK) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target

Comstock Resources Inc stock (CRK) is currently trading at $22.39. Comstock Resources Inc PE ratio is 14.91. Comstock Resources Inc PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 2.82. Analyst consensus price target for CRK is $19.93. WallStSmart rates CRK as Hold.

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CRK

Comstock Resources Inc

NYSEENERGY
$22.39
$1.07 (5.02%)
52W$14.65
$31.17
Target$19.93-11.0%

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CRK Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors

Benjamin Graham Formula · Comstock Resources Inc (CRK)

Margin of Safety
-110.1%
Significantly Overvalued
CRK Fair Value
$9.72
Graham Formula
Current Price
$22.39
$12.67 above fair value
Undervalued
Fair: $9.72
Overvalued
Price $22.39
Graham IV $9.72
Analyst $19.93

CRK trades 110% above its Graham fair value of $9.72, indicating the stock may be overvalued at current levels.

Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.

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Smart Analysis

Comstock Resources Inc (CRK) · 10 metrics scored

Smart Score

62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Buy
Investment Rating

Category Performance

WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.

Investment Thesis

Strong fundamentals in operating margin, revenue growth, profit margin. Concerns around peg ratio and eps growth. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.

Comstock Resources Inc (CRK) Key Strengths (5)

Avg Score: 8.4/10
Operating MarginProfitability
47.90%10/10

Keeps $48 of every $100 in revenue after operating costs

Revenue GrowthGrowth
114.30%10/10

Revenue surging 114.30% year-over-year

Profit MarginProfitability
17.80%8/10

Strong profitability: $18 kept per $100 revenue

Market CapQuality
$6.27B7/10

Mid-cap company balancing growth potential with stability

Return on EquityProfitability
15.90%7/10

Solid profitability: $16 profit per $100 equity

Supporting Valuation Data

P/E Ratio
14.91
Undervalued
Trailing P/E
14.91
Undervalued

Comstock Resources Inc (CRK) Areas to Watch (5)

Avg Score: 4.0/10
EPS GrowthGrowth
-79.20%0/10

Earnings declining -79.20%, profits shrinking

PEG RatioValuation
4.642/10

Very expensive relative to growth, significant premium

Price/SalesValuation
2.826/10

Revenue is fairly priced at 2.82x sales

Price/BookValuation
2.416/10

Fairly priced relative to book value

Institutional Own.Quality
30.58%6/10

Moderate institutional interest at 30.58%

Supporting Valuation Data

Forward P/E
36.1
Expensive
CRK Target Price
$19.93
5% Downside

Comstock Resources Inc (CRK) Detailed Analysis Report

Overall Assessment

This company scores 62/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a C+ grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 5 register as strengths (avg 8.4/10) while 5 fall into concern territory (avg 4.0/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.

The Bull Case

The strongest argument centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with Return on Equity at 15.90%, Operating Margin at 47.90%, Profit Margin at 17.80%. Growth metrics are encouraging with Revenue Growth at 114.30%.

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, Price/Sales. Some valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (4.64), Price/Sales (2.82), Price/Book (2.41) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include EPS Growth at -79.20%, which may limit upside.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether EPS Growth improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 15.90% currently healthy but needing to be sustained. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 114.30% strong but requiring continuation.

Risk Considerations

Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. Strengths and concerns are roughly balanced. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.

Bottom Line

Mixed fundamentals with both positives (Operating Margin, Revenue Growth) and negatives (EPS Growth, PEG Ratio). A cautious approach is warranted. Monitor for improvement in weak areas before increasing conviction.

Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.

CRK Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart

Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue

CRK's Price-to-Sales ratio of 2.82x trades 355% above its historical average of 0.62x (97th percentile), historically expensive. The current valuation is 4% below its historical high of 2.93x set in Nov 2018, and 9310% above its historical low of 0.03x in Mar 2016.

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WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for Comstock Resources Inc (CRK) · ENERGYOIL & GAS E&P

The Big Picture

Comstock Resources Inc is a strong growth company balancing expansion with improving profitability. Revenue reached 2.2B with 114% growth year-over-year. Profit margins of 17.8% are healthy, with room for further expansion as the business scales.

Key Findings

Strong Revenue Growth

Revenue growing at 114% YoY, reaching 2.2B. This pace significantly outperforms most OIL & GAS E&P peers.

Negative Free Cash Flow

Free cash flow is -141M, meaning the company is burning cash. This may be acceptable for high-growth companies investing heavily.

Misleading Earnings Decline

Earnings fell 79% YoY while revenue grew 114%. This gap usually reflects one-time items (tax benefits, write-offs) in the prior period, not an operational decline.

What to Watch Next

Growth sustainability: can Comstock Resources Inc maintain 114%+ revenue growth, or will competition slow it down?

Sector dynamics: monitor OIL & GAS E&P industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Comstock Resources Inc.

Bottom Line

Comstock Resources Inc offers an attractive blend of growth (114% revenue expansion) and improving fundamentals. The company is transitioning from pure growth to profitable growth, a critical inflection point. Watch for sustained margin expansion as the key signal.

This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.

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About Comstock Resources Inc(CRK)

Exchange

NYSE

Sector

ENERGY

Industry

OIL & GAS E&P

Country

USA

Comstock Resources, Inc., an independent energy company, engages in the acquisition, exploration, development, and production of oil and natural gas primarily in Texas, Louisiana, and North Dakota. The company is headquartered in Frisco, Texas.