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 February 28, 2026, Comstock Resources, Inc. (CRK) has a Wall Street consensus price target of $18.50, based on estimates from 39 covering analysts. With the stock currently trading at $19.61, this represents a potential downside of -5.7%. The company has a market capitalization of $5.73B.
Analyst price targets range from a low of $9.00 to a high of $29.00, representing a 108% spread in expectations. The median target of $18.00 aligns closely with the consensus average. The wide target spread reflects significant disagreement on fair value.
The current analyst consensus rating is Hold, with 10 analysts rating the stock as a Buy or Strong Buy,24 rating it Hold, and 5 rating it Sell or Strong Sell. The bearish sentiment suggests caution about the stock at current levels.
From a valuation perspective, CRK trades at a trailing P/E of -25.8x and forward P/E of 22.0x. Analysts expect EPS to grow -33.6% over the next year.
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Start ComparisonWall Street's consensus price target for CRK is $18.5, -5.7% from its current price of $19.61. The below-market target from 39 analysts suggests limited near-term appreciation.
CRK has a consensus rating of "Hold" based on 39 Wall Street analysts. The rating breakdown is mixed, with 24 Hold ratings making up the largest segment. The consensus 12-month price target of $18.5 implies -5.7% downside from current levels.
CRK trades at a forward P/E of 21.9745x, representing a moderate valuation. With analysts targeting $18.5 (-5.7% implied move), the stock appears close to fair value.
The most bullish Wall Street analyst has a price target of $29 for CRK, while the most conservative target is $9. The consensus of $18.5 represents the median expectation. These targets typically reflect 12-month expectations.
CRK is heavily covered by Wall Street, with 39 analysts providing price targets and ratings. Of these, 0 have Strong Buy ratings, 10 have Buy ratings, 24 recommend Hold, and 5 have Sell or Strong Sell ratings. Higher analyst coverage generally indicates greater institutional interest and more reliable consensus estimates.
The 12-month CRK stock forecast based on 39 Wall Street analysts shows a consensus price target of $18.5, with estimates ranging from $9 (bear case) to $29 (bull case). The median consensus rating is "Hold".
CRK trades at a forward P/E ratio of 22.0x based on next-twelve-months earnings estimates. The higher forward P/E suggests near-term earnings pressure. A forward P/E is useful for comparing valuations when earnings are expected to change significantly.
Analysts are cautious on CRK, with 5 Sell ratings and a price target of $18.5 (-5.7% from current price). The "Hold" 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.
CRK analyst price targets range from $9 to $29, a 108% wide spread indicating significant analyst disagreement. Differences stem from varying assumptions about revenue growth, profit margins, competitive dynamics, and valuation multiples. The $18.5 consensus represents the middle ground.