CRK

Based on Comstock Resources, Inc.'s historical closing prices, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment. Past performance does not guarantee future results. This is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.

What does Comstock Resources do?

Comstock Resources is an independent natural gas producer focused on the Haynesville and Bossier Shale formations in North Louisiana and East Texas. The company acquires, explores, develops, and produces natural gas and oil, generating revenue primarily through commodity sales. It holds a large proved reserve base and interests in thousands of producing wells.

Does CRK pay dividends?

Comstock Resources does not currently pay a dividend. The company directs capital toward drilling and reserve development rather than shareholder distributions. Investors focused on income may want to consider this when evaluating CRK alongside dividend-paying energy peers.

When does CRK report earnings?

Comstock Resources follows a standard quarterly earnings schedule. Because our data does not include specific upcoming dates, investors should check the company's investor relations page or a financial calendar for the most current reporting schedule.

Is CRK a good stock to buy?

UQS Score rates CRK as Below Average overall. The Growth and Valuation pillars are rated Good, but the Risk and Moat pillars are both Weak — reflecting commodity price sensitivity and limited competitive differentiation. Whether CRK fits a portfolio depends on an investor's risk tolerance and view on natural gas prices. The full pillar breakdown is available to Pro members.

Is CRK overvalued?

The UQS Valuation pillar for CRK is rated Good, suggesting the stock does not appear to carry an excessive valuation premium relative to its fundamentals. However, valuation for commodity producers can shift quickly with energy prices, so context matters. See the complete valuation metrics in the Pro view.

How does CRK compare to its competitors?

Comstock Resources is a pure-play U.S. natural gas producer, which sets it apart from peers like Magnolia Oil & Gas, which carries a more balanced oil-and-gas mix, and Canadian operators like Peyto and Athabasca, which face different regulatory and commodity environments. CRK's concentrated Haynesville exposure is both its core strength and a key risk factor.

What is CRK's market cap bracket?

Comstock Resources is classified as a mid-cap company. This places it in a segment of the energy market that can offer more growth potential than large integrated majors, but with greater volatility and less financial resilience than larger peers during commodity downturns.

Who founded Comstock Resources?

Comstock Resources was incorporated in 1987. Detailed founding history, including key executives involved in the company's formation, is widely available through public filings and the company's official investor relations materials.

Is CRK a long-term quality investment?

As a long-term quality indicator, UQS rates CRK as Below Average. The Weak Moat and Weak Risk scores suggest the company faces structural challenges — particularly its dependence on natural gas prices and a leveraged balance sheet. Long-term investors should weigh the Good Growth profile against these durability concerns before committing capital.

What is the main competitive advantage of Comstock Resources?

Comstock's primary competitive position stems from its large, concentrated acreage in the Haynesville Shale, one of the most productive natural gas plays in the United States. However, the UQS Moat pillar is rated Weak, indicating this position does not translate into a durable structural advantage over commodity-price cycles.

What sector does CRK belong to?

Comstock Resources operates in the Energy sector, specifically as an independent oil and natural gas exploration and production company. Its business is almost entirely driven by natural gas, making it more sensitive to gas price movements than diversified energy companies. You can explore other [Energy sector stocks](/sector/energy) on UQS Score.

Comstock Resources, Inc. has average quality metrics, with room for improvement in margins or capital efficiency.

Comstock Resources, Inc. demonstrates healthy growth trends across revenue and earnings.

Comstock Resources, Inc. presents elevated risk with concerns around leverage or financial stability.

Comstock Resources, Inc. appears attractively valued relative to its earnings, cash flows, and sector peers.

Comstock Resources, Inc. operates in a highly competitive environment with limited sustainable advantages. The Moat pillar evaluates competitive advantages across five dimensions: Switching Costs, Network Effects, Cost Advantage, Intangible Assets, and Scale & Ecosystem. Sign in to customize moat ratings for CRK.

The UQS (Unified Quality Score) for Comstock Resources, Inc. is calculated using a proprietary 6-pillar framework with 29 financial metrics. Each pillar evaluates a different dimension on a 0–100 scale, then combines into a single weighted score. Scoring thresholds are calibrated per sector. Momentum is an optional Pro toggle — without it, you get the 5-pillar / 25-metric core shown below.

Quality (25%) measures profitability and capital efficiency — ROIC, ROE, margins, GP/Assets, and FCF Yield.

Moat (25%) assesses Comstock Resources, Inc.'s competitive advantages across switching costs, network effects, cost advantages, intangible assets, and ecosystem scale.

Growth (20%) tracks revenue trajectory and earnings momentum, combining historical results with analyst forward estimates.

Risk (15%) is inversely scored — lower leverage and strong balance sheet health result in higher scores.

Valuation (15%) measures whether Comstock Resources, Inc. is fairly priced using earnings yield, price-to-FCF, PEG ratio, and EV/EBITDA relative to sector peers.

Six investor-inspired presets are available, each with different pillar weights: Balanced, Buffett, Munger, Lynch, Cathie Wood, and Graham. The public score shown here uses the Balanced preset. Learn more in our FAQ.