Wall Street analyst price targets, ratings consensus & upside potential · Updated Feb 28, 2026
Last 12 months price action with 12-month analyst target path
As of March 1, 2026, Crescent Energy Company (CRGY) has a Wall Street consensus price target of $11.00, based on estimates from 11 covering analysts. With the stock currently trading at $11.66, this represents a potential downside of -5.7%. The company has a market capitalization of $3.82B.
Analyst price targets range from a low of $9.00 to a high of $13.00, representing a 36% spread in expectations. The median target of $11.00 aligns closely with the consensus average.
The current analyst consensus rating is Buy, with 6 analysts rating the stock as a Buy or Strong Buy,4 rating it Hold, and 1 rating it Sell or Strong Sell. The positive sentiment balance indicates moderate optimism about the stock prospects.
From a valuation perspective, CRGY trades at a trailing P/E of 21.6x and forward P/E of 9.2x. Analysts expect EPS to grow +134.5% over the next year.
Our proprietary valuation model, which blends historical multiples with forward estimates, suggests a base-case price target of $15.04, with bear and bull scenarios of $-3.72 and $12.90 respectively. Model confidence stands at 30/100, suggesting limited visibility into future performance.
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Start ComparisonWall Street's consensus price target for CRGY is $11, -5.7% from its current price of $11.66. The below-market target from 11 analysts suggests limited near-term appreciation.
CRGY has a consensus rating of "Buy" based on 11 Wall Street analysts. The rating breakdown is predominantly bullish, with 6 Buy/Strong Buy ratings. The consensus 12-month price target of $11 implies -5.7% downside from current levels.
With a forward P/E of 9.1696x, CRGY trades at a relatively low valuation. The consensus target of $11 implies -5.7% move, suggesting the market may be pricing in risks.
The most bullish Wall Street analyst has a price target of $13 for CRGY, while the most conservative target is $9. The consensus of $11 represents the median expectation. Our quantitative valuation model projects a bull case target of $13 based on optimistic growth and margin assumptions. These targets typically reflect 12-month expectations.
CRGY is moderately covered, with 11 analysts providing price targets and ratings. Of these, 1 have Strong Buy ratings, 5 have Buy ratings, 4 recommend Hold, and 1 have Sell or Strong Sell ratings. Higher analyst coverage generally indicates greater institutional interest and more reliable consensus estimates.
The 12-month CRGY stock forecast based on 11 Wall Street analysts shows a consensus price target of $11, with estimates ranging from $9 (bear case) to $13 (bull case). The median consensus rating is "Buy". Our proprietary valuation model produces a base case fair value of $15, with bear/bull scenarios of $-4/$13.
Our quantitative valuation model calculates CRGY's fair value at $15 (base case), with a bear case of $-4 and bull case of $13. The model uses discounted cash flow analysis, historical growth rates, and margin mean-reversion to project FY+2 earnings, then applies an appropriate P/E multiple. The model confidence score is 30/100.
CRGY trades at a forward P/E ratio of 9.2x based on next-twelve-months earnings estimates compared to a trailing P/E of 21.6x. The lower forward P/E indicates analysts expect earnings growth. A forward P/E is useful for comparing valuations when earnings are expected to change significantly.
Analysts are cautious on CRGY, with 1 Sell ratings and a price target of $11 (-5.7% from current price). The "Buy" consensus suggests careful evaluation before buying. This information is for educational purposes only. Always conduct your own research, consider your financial situation, and consult a financial advisor before making investment decisions.
CRGY analyst price targets range from $9 to $13, a 36% moderate spread showing some variance in outlooks. Differences stem from varying assumptions about revenue growth, profit margins, competitive dynamics, and valuation multiples. The $11 consensus represents the middle ground. Our model's $-4-$13 range provides an independent fundamental perspective.