Crescent Energy’s (CRGY) Investment Case Remains Intact, Says Raymond James

Crescent Energy Company (NYSE:CRGY) is included among the 13 Best Dividend Stocks to Buy Under $25.

Crescent Energy's (CRGY) Investment Case Remains Intact, Says Raymond James

On June 18, Raymond James lowered its price recommendation on Crescent Energy Company (NYSE:CRGY) to $18 from $20. It reiterated a Strong Buy rating on the shares. The firm said the change reflects the recent pullback in oil prices. Despite the lower target, the analyst noted in a research note that the firm’s bullish investment thesis remains unchanged.

Earlier, on May 27, Mizuho raised its price goal on CRGY to $15 from $14. It kept a Neutral rating on the stock. The firm expects the effects of the Iran crisis on global oil prices and refining margins to persist. Mizuho increased its oil price outlook for 2026 and 2027 by 25% and 6%, respectively. It also raised its forecast for U.S. refining cracks by 61% for 2026 and 51% for 2027. According to the analyst, the recent pullback in energy stock valuations, despite elevated commodity prices, has created an opportunity for investors to seek “alpha” in the U.S. oil and gas sector. Mizuho also updated ratings and price targets across the group.

Crescent Energy Company (NYSE:CRGY) is an energy company with operations focused on the Eagle Ford, Permian, and Uinta Basins. The company also owns mineral and royalty interests across oil and natural gas basins in the United States, with its core focus in the Eagle Ford region.

While we acknowledge the risk and potential of CRGY as an investment, our conviction lies in the belief that some AI stocks hold greater promise for delivering higher returns and doing so within a shorter time frame. If you are looking for an AI stock that is more promising than CRGY and that has 10,000% upside potential, check out our report about this cheapest AI stock.

READ NEXT: 12 Ultra-High Dividend Stocks to Buy for Income Investors and Top 12 Dividend Stocks to Buy According to Billionaire Cliff Asness

Disclosure: None. Follow Insider Monkey on Google News.

1281292 - 11759070 - 1