Coterra Energy Inc. (CTRA) Factsheet
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Coterra Energy Inc. (CTRA) Stock Analysis
Analysis from 10-Q filed 2026-05-06. Data as of Q1 2026.
Overall Grade: F (Concerning)
Grade F (Concerning). ROIC 8.1%. D/E 0.2x. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-05-06.
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| ROIC | 8.1% | Near cost of capital |
| Debt/Equity | 0.2x | Conservative leverage |
ROIC 8.1% — Top 50% of sector peers.
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Profitability: Coterra Energy Inc. earns 8.1% ROIC, Top 50% in Energy
ROIC TTM 8.1%, sector median 7.0%, Top 50%. DuPont: NOPAT margin 23.5% × asset turnover 0.3x. Operating margin 31.2%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-05-06.
| Metric | CTRA | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 8.1% | Adequate | Above sector median of 7.0% |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 11.3% | Adequate | Moderate equity returns |
| Operating Margin | 31.2% | Excellent | Efficient operations |
Cash Flow Analysis for Coterra Energy Inc.
OCF/Net income 2.7x. Positive FCF in NaN/8 trailing quarters. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-05-06.
| Metric | CTRA | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| OCF/Net Income | 2.7x | Excellent | High earnings quality |
| FCF Consistency (8Q) | N/A | Warning | Variable cash flow |
Balance Sheet: Coterra Energy Inc. at 0.2x leverage, 12.1x interest coverage
Debt/Equity 0.2x. Total debt $3.5B, cash & investments $485.0M. Interest coverage 12.1x. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-05-06.
| Metric | CTRA | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt to Equity | 0.2x | Excellent | Conservative capital structure |
| Net Cash Position | $-3.0B | Warning | Net debt position |
| Interest Coverage | 12.1x | Excellent | Comfortable debt service |
Valuation: Coterra Energy Inc. trades at 14.8x earnings
P/E 14.8x. EV/Sales 3.6x. Dividend yield 2.7%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-05-06.
| Metric | CTRA | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 14.8x | Adequate | Reasonable valuation |
| EV/Sales | 3.6x | Good | Growth premium priced in |
| Dividend Yield | 2.7% | Adequate | Growth focus over income |
Capital Allocation: Coterra Energy Inc. returns 3.4% shareholder yield, reducing shares 0.5% YoY
Total shareholder yield 3.4% (div 2.7% + buyback 0.6%). Share count -0.5% YoY. Capital returned $829.0M TTM. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-05-06.
| Metric | CTRA | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Shareholder Yield | 3.4% | Good | Dividend + buyback yield combined |
| Buyback Yield | 0.6% | Adequate | Minimal buyback activity |
| Share Count Change (YoY) | -0.5% | Adequate | Net share reduction (accretive) |
| Total Capital Returned (TTM) | $829.0M | Good | Dividends + buybacks returned to shareholders |
Sector Rankings
| Metric | Value | Percentile | vs Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 8.1% | Top 50% | 1.2x above |
| Operating Margin | 31.2% | Top 25% | 2.2x above |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 11.3% | Top 50% | 1.0x above |
| P/E Ratio | 14.8x | N/A | - |
Financial Scorecard
| Metric | CTRA | Rating | Sector Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 8.1% | Adequate | Top 50% of sector (median: 7.0%) |
| Debt to Equity Ratio | 23.3% | Excellent | Conservative capital structure |
| P/E Ratio (Price-to-Earnings) | 14.8x | Adequate | Attractively valued |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is Coterra Energy Inc.'s Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)?
Coterra Energy Inc. (CTRA) has a trailing twelve-month Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) of 8.1%. The 8-quarter median ROIC is 6.8% with a improving trend. Sector median 7.0%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-05-06.
Q: What is Coterra Energy Inc.'s Free Cash Flow Margin?
Coterra Energy Inc. (CTRA) has a free cash flow margin of N/A, Source: 10-Q filed 2026-05-06.
Q: What is Coterra Energy Inc.'s P/E ratio and how does it compare to peers?
Coterra Energy Inc. (CTRA) trades at a P/E ratio of 14.8x, which is above the sector median of N/A. EV/Sales 3.6x. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-05-06.
Q: Does Coterra Energy Inc. pay a dividend?
Coterra Energy Inc. (CTRA) currently pays a dividend yield of 2.7%. Total shareholder yield (dividend + buybacks) 3.4%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-05-06.
Q: What is Coterra Energy Inc.'s revenue and earnings growth?
Coterra Energy Inc. (CTRA) grew revenue by 29.7% year-over-year. EPS +26.6% YoY. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-05-06.
Q: Is Coterra Energy Inc. buying back stock?
Coterra Energy Inc. (CTRA) repurchased $152.0 million of stock over the trailing twelve months. This represents a buyback yield of 0.6%. Share count -0.5% YoY. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-05-06.
Q: How does Coterra Energy Inc. compare to competitors in Energy?
Compared to other companies in Energy, Coterra Energy Inc. (CTRA) shows: ROIC 8.1%, sector median 7.0% (Top 50%). These rankings are based on MetricDuck's analysis of all Energy companies with available SEC filings.
Q: What warning signs should I watch for with Coterra Energy Inc.?
No quantitative warning flags fired for Coterra Energy Inc. (CTRA) on margin trend, FCF trend, ROIC trend, or leverage thresholds. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-05-06.
Data Source: Data sourced from 10-Q filed 2026-05-06. TTM metrics as of Q1 2026.
Methodology: Financial metrics calculated from SEC 10-K and 10-Q filings using standardized formulas. Sector comparisons use peer group based on SIC code.
Scope: This analysis covers SEC filing fundamentals — profitability, cash flow, balance sheet, and valuation metrics. For analyst estimates and price targets, consult sell-side research.
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice.
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