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Coterra Energy Inc. (CTRA) Stock Analysis

Score A

Cyclical · Grade B · Bullish

Energy · Oil & Gas E&P

$32.56

Fair Value

$38.95

+19.6%

Conviction

10/10

Quality

B

Classification

Cyclical

Investment Thesis

Good opportunity: Solid company with good risk/reward at 10.0:1.

For New Investors

Quantitative score: high

For Current Holders

Quantitative score: neutral

Buy if

  • Price drops 15-20% (improves asymmetry)
  • Bull scenario catalysts materialize
  • Market-wide correction creates opportunity

Sell if

  • Bear scenario triggers occur
  • Quality metrics deteriorate (ROIC declining)
  • Better alternatives emerge

Valuation

Fair Value estimate: $38.95 (+19.6%). Slightly undervalued.

PEG-Based EPS

$42.33

FCF DCF Model

$42.33

EV/EBITDA

$35.58

Blended Fair Value

$38.95

Confidence

High

Methods

PEG-Based EPS, FCF 2-Stage DCF, EV/EBITDA

Quality Analysis

B

79/120 points

Investable

ROE (3Y Avg)

10.9%

ROIC-WACC Spread

-0.2%

D/E Ratio

0.3x

Current Ratio

1.2x

Interest Coverage

12x

FCF Positive Years

3/3

Quality Flags

  • ROIC spread: -0.2pp (got 0/25 pts)
  • Leverage: D/E 0.3x (14/15 pts)
  • Volatile gross margins: std dev 14.4pp (need <10.0pp)

Market Sentiment

Wall Street Consensus

$33.50

+2.9% Upside

20 analysts

Range: $28.00$42.00

Rating: Buy

Our model aligns with Wall Street consensus.

Trend & Technical

Bullish

Price ($32.56) is 19.6% above SMA 200 ($27.21). Bullish trend confirmed.

Technical Score73/100

Tech Score 73/100 — Strong technical setup. Trend, momentum, and positioning aligned bullish.

Risk & Reward

Asymmetry Ratio

10.00:1

Expected Return

+105.1%

Bull Upside

+200.0%

Bear Downside

-10.0%

Excellent asymmetry: >3:1 ratio. Upside significantly outweighs downside.

Verdict: Very Favorable

Scenario Analysis

Bear

Base

Bull

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the fair value of CTRA?

Based on our multi-method conviction analysis, the estimated fair value of Coterra Energy Inc. (CTRA) is $38.95. This is calculated by blending PEG-Based EPS, FCF 2-Stage DCF, EV/EBITDA and applying a quality premium of 0% based on the company's fundamentals. The confidence level of this estimate is high.

Is CTRA a buy, sell, or hold?

CTRA currently has a BUY rating with a conviction score of 10/10. Good opportunity: Solid company with good risk/reward at 10.0:1. Quantitative score: high.

Is CTRA a high-quality stock?

Coterra Energy Inc. has a quality grade of B (79/120 points), rated as Investable. Key metrics include ROE of 10.9%, ROIC-WACC spread of -0.2%, and D/E ratio of 0.3x.

What type of stock is CTRA?

CTRA is classified as a "cyclical" in our framework. Mature growth: -32.9%, High revenue volatility: 97.3% std dev, Cyclical sector: Energy, Dividend paying: 2.7%, Consistent FCF: 3/3 years positive

What do Wall Street analysts say about CTRA?

20 Wall Street analysts have a consensus price target of $33.50 for CTRA, representing +2.9% upside. Targets range from $28.00 to $42.00. The consensus recommendation is "Buy". Our model aligns with Wall Street consensus.

What are the risks of investing in CTRA?

The risk/reward asymmetry ratio for CTRA is 10.00:1, rated as Very Favorable. Excellent asymmetry: >3:1 ratio. Upside significantly outweighs downside. The expected return is +105.1%, with bull case upside of +200.0% and bear case downside of -10.0%.

What is the current trend for CTRA?

CTRA is in a bullish trend. Price ($32.56) is 19.6% above SMA 200 ($27.21). Bullish trend confirmed. The technical score is 73/100.

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Last updated: May 19, 2026 · Framework version 3.7

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