California Resources Corporation (CRC) EBITDA Margin: 34.21%
Is California Resources Corporation’s EBITDA margin high or low?
California Resources Corporation's EBITDA margin of 34.21% is 35% below its 5-year average of 52.47%, near the low end of its 5-year range (21.29%–152.27%).
As of Monday, June 15, 2026. 3.18% below its 12-month average of 35.34%.
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CRC EBITDA Margin Metrics
EBITDA MARGIN
34.21%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG TTM
35.34%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 3Y
35.32%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 5Y
52.47%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 10Y
28.43%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 15Y
42.85%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 20Y
N/A
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-3.18%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-3.14%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-34.80%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+20.34%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-20.17%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
N/A
CRC Competitors' EBITDA Margin
| NAME | MARKET CAP | EBITDA MARGIN | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| California Resources Corporation (CRC) | $5.20B | 34.21% | 35.34% | 35.32% | 52.47% |
| Helmerich & Payne, Inc. (HP)vs › | $3.92B | 17.59% | 25.26% | 26.78% | 16.82% |
| Enphase Energy, Inc. (ENPH)vs › | $7.19B | 19.69% | 17.76% | 20.97% | 19.77% |
| Weatherford International plc (WFRD)vs › | $7.29B | 19.72% | 21.10% | 19.52% | 9.85% |
| Emeren Group, Ltd. (SOL)vs › | $995.64M | -0.75% | 3.00% | 10.57% | 11.54% |
| enCore Energy Corp. (EU)vs › | $264.16M | -115.51% | -115.69% | -209.90% | -209.90% |
| Antero Midstream Corporation (AM)vs › | $10.29B | 74.44% | 78.28% | 81.00% | 70.37% |
| Venture Global, Inc. (VG)vs › | $31.94B | 41.82% | 51.98% | 59.57% | 59.57% |
| EQT Corporation (EQT)vs › | $32.49B | 64.71% | 59.94% | 58.72% | 43.01% |
| Occidental Petroleum Corporation (OXY)vs › | $56.24B | 54.05% | 50.50% | 53.36% | 38.52% |
Margin Comparison
Gross Margin
37.8%
EBITDA Margin
34.2%
Operating Margin
20.7%
Net Margin
-13.1%
Formula: EBITDA Margin = (EBITDA / Revenue) × 100
Why EBITDA Margin matters:
- Removes effects of depreciation policies (D&A)
- Capital structure neutral (ignores interest)
- Tax neutral (ignores tax differences)
- Good proxy for operating cash generation
California Resources Corporation EBITDA Margin Formula & Definition
EBITDA Margin = EBITDA / Revenue
EBITDA margin measures operating profitability before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization as a percentage of revenue.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
California Resources Corporation EBITDA Margin FAQ
- What is the EBITDA margin for California Resources Corporation (CRC)?
- The EBITDA margin for CRC stock is 34.21%.
- Is California Resources Corporation's EBITDA margin high or low?
- California Resources Corporation's EBITDA margin of 34.21% is 35% below its 5-year average of 52.47%, near the low end of its 5-year range (21.29%–152.27%).
- What is the TTM average EBITDA margin for California Resources Corporation (CRC)?
- The TTM average EBITDA margin for CRC stock is 35.34%.
- What is the 3Y average EBITDA margin for California Resources Corporation (CRC)?
- The 3Y average EBITDA margin for CRC stock is 35.32%.
- What is the 5Y average EBITDA margin for California Resources Corporation (CRC)?
- The 5Y average EBITDA margin for CRC stock is 52.47%.
- What is the 10Y average EBITDA margin for California Resources Corporation (CRC)?
- The 10Y average EBITDA margin for CRC stock is 28.43%.
- What is the 15Y average EBITDA margin for California Resources Corporation (CRC)?
- The 15Y average EBITDA margin for CRC stock is 42.85%.
California Resources Corporation EBITDA Margin History
| DATE | EBITDA MARGIN |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 34.21% |
| 2024-12-31 | 36.46% |
| 2023-12-31 | 38.22% |
| 2022-12-31 | 32.38% |
| 2021-12-31 | 21.29% |
| 2020-12-31 | 152.27% |
| 2019-12-31 | 37.02% |
| 2018-12-31 | 44.17% |
| 2017-12-31 | 31.11% |
| 2016-12-31 | 61.55% |
| 2015-12-31 | -175.97% |
| 2014-12-31 | -25.14% |
| 2013-12-31 | 62.19% |
| 2012-12-31 | 54.87% |
| 2011-12-31 | 60.75% |
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About California Resources Corporation
California Resources Corporation functions as an independent enterprise primarily engaged in oil and natural gas ventures. Its operations encompass the full spectrum from exploration and extraction of crude oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids, through their collection and processing, to their ultimate marketing. These energy products are supplied to various clients, including energy marketers, refineries located in California, and other purchasers who possess the necessary transport and storage infrastructure. As of December 31, 2021, the company held rights to approximately 1.9 million net mineral acres, with its proven reserves estimated at 480 million barrels of oil equivalent (BOE). Additionally, the firm also produces and supplies electricity to both the local utility and the broader power grid. Established in 2014, the corporation is headquartered in Santa Clarita, California.
- Sector
- Energy
- Industry
- Oil & Gas Exploration & Production
- CEO
- Francisco J. Leon