California Resources Corporation (CRC) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2016 to 2025
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CRC Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 6, 2026, California Resources Corporation (CRC) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 14.8x, with a stock price of $61.46 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $4.15.
The current P/E is 100% above its 5-year average of 7.4x. Over the past five years, CRC's P/E has ranged from a low of 0.6x to a high of 23.7x, placing the current valuation at the 90th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Energy sector median P/E of 16.8x, CRC is roughly in line with its sector peers. The sector includes 173 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 3.2x to 190.3x.
Relative to the broader market, CRC trades at a notable discount to the S&P 500 median P/E of 25.2x. Investors should consider the company's growth prospects, competitive position, and earnings quality when evaluating whether the current valuation is justified.
For a comprehensive intrinsic value estimate using discounted cash flow analysis, see our CRC DCF Valuation Calculator →
Note: P/E ratio is just one valuation metric. It does not account for balance sheet strength, cash flow quality, or growth sustainability. Always conduct comprehensive due diligence before making investment decisions.
CRC P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $2B | 3.2Lowest | 0.15Best | -6% | |
| $3B | 5.1 | - | -15% | |
| $7B | 9.5 | - | -15% | |
| $4B | 24.3 | - | +161%Best | |
| $55B | 34.2 | - | -34% | |
| $369B | 27.9 | - | -32% | |
| $145B | 18.7 | - | -19% | |
| $29B | 11.1 | - | -8% | |
| $14B | 9.6 | - | +75% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
CRC Historical P/E Data (2016–2025)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q4 | Wed Dec 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $44.71 | $4.08 | 11.0x | +81% |
| FY2025 Q3 | $53.18 | $4.30 | 12.4x | +104% | |
| FY2025 Q2 | Mon Jun 30 2025 00:00:00 GM | $45.67 | $7.32 | 6.2x | +3% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mon Mar 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $43.97 | $5.51 | 8.0x | +32% |
| FY2024 Q4 | $51.89 | $4.11 | 12.6x | +109% | |
| FY2024 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $52.47 | $6.35 | 8.3x | +37% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $53.22 | $2.25 | 23.7x | +291% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $55.10 | $3.49 | 15.8x | +161% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $54.68 | $7.72 | 7.1x | +17% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $56.01 | $6.23 | 9.0x | +49% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $45.29 | $12.13 | 3.7x | -38% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Fri Mar 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $38.50 | $13.19 | 2.9x | -52% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 6.0x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying CRC stock.
Is CRC stock overvalued or undervalued?
CRC trades at 14.8x P/E, above its 5-year average of 7.4x. The 90th percentile ranking indicates a premium to historical valuation.
How does CRC's valuation compare to peers?
California Resources Corporation P/E of 14.8x compares to sector median of 16.8x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is CRC's PEG ratio?
CRC PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2016-2025.