Range Resources (NYSE:RRC) Stock

Range Resources

Fort Worth-based Range Resources is an independent exploration and production company with that focuses entirely on its operations in the Marcellus Shale in Pennsylvania. At year-end 2024, Range Resources' proven reserves totaled 18.1 trillion cubic feet equivalent, with net production of 2.18 billion cubic feet equivalent per day. Natural gas accounted for 68% of production.

Range Resources Corp

Range Resources (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RRC#NYSE">RRC</a>) is set to give its latest quarterly earnings report on Tuesday, 2025-04-22. Here's what investors need to know before the announcement.
Analysts estimate that Range Resources will report an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.89. 
Anticipation surrounds Range Resources's announcement, with investors hoping to hear about both surpassing estimates and receiving positive guidance for the next quarter.
New investors should understand that while earnings performance is important, market reactions are often driven by guidance.
<h3>Performance in Previous Earnings</h3>
The company's EPS beat by $0.08 in the last quarter, leading to a 2.8% increase in the share price on the following day.
Here's a look at Range Resources's past performance and the resulting price change:

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<th>Quarter</th>
<th>Q4 2024</th>
<th>Q3 2024</th>
<th>Q2 2024</th>
<th>Q1 2024</th>
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<tbody>
<tr>
<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>0.60</td>
<td>0.38</td>
<td>0.42</td>
<td>0.57</td>
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<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>0.68</td>
<td>0.48</td>
<td>0.46</td>
<td>0.69</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>3.0%</td>
<td>4.0%</td>
<td>-4.0%</td>
<td>3.0%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745251314_0.png" alt="eps graph" />
<h3>Tracking Range Resources's Stock Performance</h3>
Shares of Range Resources were trading at $34.18 as of April 18. Over the last 52-week period, shares are down 9.49%. Given that these returns are generally negative, long-term shareholders are likely bearish going into this earnings release. 
<h3>Analyst Observations about Range Resources</h3>
For investors, grasping market sentiments and expectations in the industry is vital. This analysis explores the latest insights regarding Range Resources.
Range Resources has received a total of 15 ratings from analysts, with the consensus rating as Neutral. With an average one-year price target of $41.27, the consensus suggests a potential 20.74% upside.
<h3>Peer Ratings Comparison</h3>
In this analysis, we delve into the analyst ratings and average 1-year price targets of Permian Resources, Ovintiv and APA, three key industry players, offering insights into their relative performance expectations and market positioning.
<ul>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Outperform trajectory for Permian Resources, with an average 1-year price target of $18.5, suggesting a potential 45.87% downside.</li>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Outperform trajectory for Ovintiv, with an average 1-year price target of $51.5, suggesting a potential 50.67% upside.</li>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Neutral trajectory for APA, with an average 1-year price target of $25.55, suggesting a potential 25.25% downside.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Peer Analysis Summary</h3>
In the peer analysis summary, key metrics for Permian Resources, Ovintiv and APA are highlighted, providing an understanding of their respective standings within the industry and offering insights into their market positions and comparative performance.

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<th>Company</th>
<th>Consensus</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
<th>Gross Profit</th>
<th>Return on Equity</th>
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</thead>
<tbody>
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<td>Range Resources</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>4.50%</td>
<td>$207.72M</td>
<td>2.42%</td>
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<td>Permian Resources</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>15.44%</td>
<td>$575.46M</td>
<td>2.45%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ovintiv</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>-30.89%</td>
<td>$1.19B</td>
<td>-0.57%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>APA</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>25.15%</td>
<td>$1.10B</td>
<td>6.81%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

Key Takeaway:
Range Resources is positioned in the middle among its peers for revenue growth, with a growth rate of 4.50%. It ranks at the bottom for gross profit at $207.72M. In terms of return on equity, Range Resources is also at the bottom with a rate of 2.42%.
<h3>Discovering Range Resources: A Closer Look</h3>
Fort Worth-based Range Resources is an independent exploration and production company with that focuses entirely on its operations in the Marcellus Shale in Pennsylvania. At year-end 2024, Range Resources' proven reserves totaled 18.1 trillion cubic feet equivalent, with net production of 2.18 billion cubic feet equivalent per day. Natural gas accounted for 68% of production.
<h3>Range Resources: Delving into Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization is below the industry average, suggesting that it is relatively smaller compared to peers. This could be due to various factors, including perceived growth potential or operational scale.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining Range Resources's financials over 3 months reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 4.5% as of 31 December, 2024, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Energy sector.
Net Margin: Range Resources's net margin falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of 14.16%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Range Resources's ROE lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns on equity capital. With an ROE of 2.42%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 1.29%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: Range Resources's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 0.46, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
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Earnings

Range Resources's Earnings: A Preview

UBS analyst Josh Silverstein maintains Range Resources (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RRC#NYSE">RRC</a>) with a Neutral and lowers the price target from $37 to $36.

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UBS Maintains Neutral on Range Resources, Lowers Price Target to $36

RBC Capital analyst Scott Hanold reiterates Range Resources (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RRC#NYSE">RRC</a>) with a Sector Perform and maintains $42 price target.

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RBC Capital Reiterates Sector Perform on Range Resources, Maintains $42 Price Target

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17 analysts have expressed a variety of opinions on Range Resources (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RRC#NYSE">RRC</a>) over the past quarter, offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.
The table below provides a snapshot of their recent ratings, showcasing how sentiments have evolved over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">13</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have set 12-month price targets for Range Resources, revealing an average target of $41.53, a high estimate of $55.00, and a low estimate of $32.00. This upward trend is evident, with the current average reflecting a 8.46% increase from the previous average price target of $38.29.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1744063281_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Decoding Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Look</h2>
A comprehensive examination of how financial experts perceive Range Resources is derived from recent analyst actions. The following is a detailed summary of key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
&#x7C; Analyst &#x7C; Analyst Firm &#x7C; Action Taken &#x7C; Rating &#x7C;Current Price Target&#x7C; Prior Price Target &#x7C; 
&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C; 
&#x7C;Josh Silverstein &#x7C;UBS &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $36.00&#x7C;$41.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;John Freeman &#x7C;Raymond James &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Outperform &#x7C; $55.00&#x7C;$46.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Devin McDermott &#x7C;Morgan Stanley &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Equal-Weight &#x7C; $49.00&#x7C;$40.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Bertrand Hodee &#x7C;Truist Securities &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Hold &#x7C; $37.00&#x7C;$35.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Arun Jayaram &#x7C;JP Morgan &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $45.00&#x7C;$43.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Mark Lear &#x7C;Piper Sandler &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $33.00&#x7C;$32.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Betty Jiang &#x7C;Barclays &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Equal-Weight &#x7C; $43.00&#x7C;$40.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Mike Scialla &#x7C;Stephens &amp; Co. &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $44.00&#x7C;$43.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Josh Silverstein &#x7C;UBS &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $41.00&#x7C;$39.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Umang Choudhary &#x7C;Goldman Sachs &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $43.00&#x7C;$39.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Betty Jiang &#x7C;Barclays &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Equal-Weight &#x7C; $40.00&#x7C;$34.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Mike Scialla &#x7C;Stephens &amp; Co. &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $43.00&#x7C;$39.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Mark Lear &#x7C;Piper Sandler &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $32.00&#x7C;$30.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Cameron Bean &#x7C;Scotiabank &#x7C;Maintains &#x7C;Sector Perform &#x7C; $45.00&#x7C;$45.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Scott Hanold &#x7C;RBC Capital &#x7C;Maintains &#x7C;Sector Perform &#x7C; $40.00&#x7C;$40.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Bertrand Hodee &#x7C;Truist Securities &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Hold &#x7C; $35.00&#x7C;$31.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Doug Leggate &#x7C;B of A Securities &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $45.00&#x7C;$34.00 &#x7C;
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Range Resources. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Unveiling insights, analysts deliver qualitative insights into stock performance, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Range Resources compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts predict movements in price targets, offering estimates for Range Resources's future value. Examining the current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
To gain a panoramic view of Range Resources's market performance, explore these analyst evaluations alongside essential financial indicators. Stay informed and make judicious decisions using our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Delving into Range Resources's Background</h2>
Fort Worth-based Range Resources is an independent exploration and production company with that focuses entirely on its operations in the Marcellus Shale in Pennsylvania. At year-end 2024, Range Resources' proven reserves totaled 18.1 trillion cubic feet equivalent, with net production of 2.18 billion cubic feet equivalent per day. Natural gas accounted for 68% of production.
<h3>Range Resources: Delving into Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization is below the industry average, suggesting that it is relatively smaller compared to peers. This could be due to various factors, including perceived growth potential or operational scale.
Revenue Growth: Range Resources's revenue growth over a period of 3M has been noteworthy. As of 31 December, 2024, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 4.5%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Energy sector.
Net Margin: Range Resources's net margin falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of 14.16%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of 2.42%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 1.29%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at 0.46.
<h2>The Core of Analyst Ratings: What Every Investor Should Know</h2>
Analysts work in banking and financial systems and typically specialize in reporting for stocks or defined sectors. Analysts may attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
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Deep Dive Into Range Resources Stock: Analyst Perspectives (17 Ratings)

UBS analyst Josh Silverstein maintains Range Resources (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RRC#NYSE">RRC</a>) with a Neutral and lowers the price target from $41 to $36.

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Shares of energy companies are trading lower as markets react to President Trump's announcement of sweeping tariffs.

Raymond James analyst John Freeman maintains Range Resources (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RRC#NYSE">RRC</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $46 to $55.

Raymond James Maintains Outperform on Range Resources, Raises Price Target to $55

Top Wall Street analysts changed their outlook on these top names. For a complete view of all analyst rating changes, including upgrades, downgrades and initiations, please see our <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings">analyst ratings page</a>.
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<li>Baird analyst Catherine Ramsey upgraded the rating for Waters Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WAT#NYSE">WAT</a>) from Neutral to Outperform and raised the price target from $396 to $407. Waters shares closed at $368.53 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/wat/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods analyst Timothy Switzer upgraded ConnectOne Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CNOB#NASDAQ">CNOB</a>) from Market Perform to Outperform and raised the price target from $31 to $32. ConnectOne Bancorp shares closed at $23.73 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CNOB/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Morgan Stanley analyst Devin McDermott upgraded the rating for Range Resources Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RRC#NYSE">RRC</a>) from Underweight to Equal-Weight and increased the price target from $40 to $49. Range Resources shares closed at $40.14 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/rrc/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Morgan Stanley analyst James Faucette upgraded Global-E Online Ltd. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLBE#NASDAQ">GLBE</a>) from Equal-Weight to Overweight but lowered the price target from $55 to $46. Global E Online shares closed at $38.26 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/GLBE/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>JP Morgan analyst Jeffrey Zekauskas upgraded Ashland Inc.&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ASH#NYSE">ASH</a>) from Neutral to Overweight and raised the price target from&nbsp;$68&nbsp;to&nbsp;$71. Ashland shares closed at $56.93 on Monday. &nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MSFT/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
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Morgan Stanley analyst Devin McDermott upgrades Range Resources (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RRC#NYSE">RRC</a>) from Underweight to Equal-Weight and raises the price target from $40 to $49.

Morgan Stanley Upgrades Range Resources to Equal-Weight, Raises Price Target to $49

Mark Scucchi, EVP &amp; CFO at Range Resources (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RRC#NYSE">RRC</a>), executed a substantial insider sell on March 20, according to an SEC filing.
What Happened: After conducting a thorough analysis, Scucchi sold 105,136 shares of Range Resources. This information was disclosed in a Form 4 filing with the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0000315852/000112760225010169//Archives/edgar/data/315852/000112760225010169/0001127602-25-010169-index.htm">U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission</a> on Thursday. The total transaction value is $4,226,357.
The latest update on Friday morning shows Range Resources shares down by 0.55%, trading at $40.05.
<h3>All You Need to Know About Range Resources</h3>
Fort Worth-based Range Resources is an independent exploration and production company with that focuses entirely on its operations in the Marcellus Shale in Pennsylvania. At year-end 2024, Range Resources' proven reserves totaled 18.1 trillion cubic feet equivalent, with net production of 2.18 billion cubic feet equivalent per day. Natural gas accounted for 68% of production.
<h3>Range Resources: A Financial Overview</h3>
Revenue Growth: Range Resources's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 31 December, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 4.5%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Energy sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Profitability Metrics: Unlocking Value
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Gross Margin: The company shows a low gross margin of 31.14%, suggesting potential challenges in cost control and profitability compared to its peers.
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Earnings per Share (EPS): With an EPS below industry norms, Range Resources exhibits below-average bottom-line performance with a current EPS of 0.39.
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Debt Management: Range Resources's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 0.46, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
Market Valuation:
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Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: Range Resources's stock is currently priced at a premium level, as reflected in the higher-than-average P/E ratio of 36.94.
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Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: The P/S ratio of 4.17 is lower than the industry average, implying a discounted valuation for Range Resources's stock in relation to sales performance.
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EV/EBITDA Analysis (Enterprise Value to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation &amp; Amortization): At 15.55, the company's EV/EBITDA ratio outperforms industry norms, reflecting positive market perception. This positioning indicates optimistic expectations for the company's future performance.
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Market Capitalization: Indicating a reduced size compared to industry averages, the company's market capitalization poses unique challenges.
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<h3>Exploring the Significance of Insider Trading</h3>
Insider transactions shouldn't be used primarily to make an investing decision, however an insider transaction can be an important factor in the investing decision. 
Exploring the legal landscape, an "insider" is defined as any officer, director, or beneficial owner holding more than ten percent of a company's equity securities, as stipulated by Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This encompasses executives in the c-suite and major hedge funds. These insiders are required to report their transactions through a Form 4 filing, which must be submitted within two business days of the transaction.
Highlighted by a company insider's new purchase, there's a positive anticipation for the stock to rise.
But, insider sells may not necessarily indicate a bearish view and can be motivated by various factors.
<h3>Essential Transaction Codes Unveiled</h3>
When it comes to transactions, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/investing-tools">investors</a> tend to focus on those in the open market, detailed in Table I of the Form 4 filing. A P in Box 3 denotes a purchase, while S indicates a sale. Transaction code C signals the conversion of an option, and transaction code A denotes a grant, award, or other acquisition of securities from the company.
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Insider Trades

Mark Scucchi Implements A Sell Strategy: Offloads $4.23M In Range Resources Stock

During the last three months, 14 analysts shared their evaluations of Range Resources (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RRC#NYSE">RRC</a>), revealing diverse outlooks from bullish to bearish.
The following table encapsulates their recent ratings, offering a glimpse into the evolving sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
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<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">11</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets assessed by analysts reveal further insights, featuring an average target of $40.43, a high estimate of $45.00, and a low estimate of $32.00. This current average has increased by 8.01% from the previous average price target of $37.43. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742220017_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Analyzing Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Breakdown</h2>
In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive Range Resources. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Bertrand Hodee</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$37.00</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Arun Jayaram</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$43.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Lear</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$33.00</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Betty Jiang</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$43.00</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mike Scialla</td>
<td>Stephens &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$44.00</td>
<td>$43.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Josh Silverstein</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$41.00</td>
<td>$39.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Umang Choudhary</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$43.00</td>
<td>$39.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Betty Jiang</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>$34.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mike Scialla</td>
<td>Stephens &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$43.00</td>
<td>$39.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Lear</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Cameron Bean</td>
<td>Scotiabank</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Sector Perform</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Scott Hanold</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Sector Perform</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Bertrand Hodee</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$31.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Doug Leggate</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$34.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Range Resources. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering insights into predictions, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Range Resources compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Gaining insights, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Range Resources's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Analyzing these analyst evaluations alongside relevant financial metrics can provide a comprehensive view of Range Resources's market position. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Delving into Range Resources's Background</h2>
Fort Worth-based Range Resources is an independent exploration and production company with that focuses entirely on its operations in the Marcellus Shale in Pennsylvania. At year-end 2024, Range Resources' proven reserves totaled 18.1 trillion cubic feet equivalent, with net production of 2.18 billion cubic feet equivalent per day. Natural gas accounted for 68% of production.
<h3>A Deep Dive into Range Resources's Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization: Indicating a reduced size compared to industry averages, the company's market capitalization poses unique challenges.
Revenue Growth: Over the 3 months period, Range Resources showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 4.5% as of 31 December, 2024. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Energy sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Range Resources's net margin lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of 14.16%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Range Resources's ROE falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of 2.42%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Range Resources's ROA lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns from its assets. With an ROA of 1.29%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Debt Management: The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at 0.46.
<h2>How Are Analyst Ratings Determined?</h2>
Analysts are specialists within banking and financial systems that typically report for specific stocks or within defined sectors. These people research company financial statements, sit in conference calls and meetings, and speak with relevant insiders to determine what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts will rate each stock once a quarter. 
Analysts may supplement their ratings with predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, offering investors a more comprehensive outlook. However, investors should be mindful that analysts, like any human, can have subjective perspectives influencing their forecasts.
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Beyond The Numbers: 14 Analysts Discuss Range Resources Stock

Truist Securities analyst Bertrand Hodee maintains Range Resources (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RRC#NYSE">RRC</a>) with a Hold and raises the price target from $35 to $37.

Truist Securities Maintains Hold on Range Resources, Raises Price Target to $37

Wall Street is leaning <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/natural-gas">into natural gas</a> while pumping the brakes on oil. 
JPMorgan's latest energy sector update signals a shift in the landscape, driven by growing U.S. gas demand and a looming oil glut in 2025. 
Analyst Arun Jayaram and his team have crunched the numbers, revising forecasts and adjusting ratings accordingly. They&#8217;ve upgraded Range Resources Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RRC#NYSE">RRC</a>) and downgraded Vermilion Energy Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VET#NYSE">VET</a>) as gas stocks catch fire and oil stocks face headwinds.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Natural Gas: The New Favorite</h2>
JPMorgan is doubling down on natural gas, citing three major secular tailwinds:
<ol start="1">
<li>LNG Boom – The U.S. is ramping up LNG export capacity, set to increase by 11 Bcf/d by 2030, keeping demand strong.</li>
<li>Electrification Surge – AI-driven power consumption is skyrocketing, with U.S. gas turbine orders up 147% year-over-year.</li>
<li>Coal-to-Gas Shift – More utilities are pivoting to natural gas as a cleaner alternative to coal.</li>
</ol>
With these factors in play, JPMorgan sees long-term natural gas prices above $3.50 per MMBtu, potentially reaching $4.00+ in 2025-2026 to stimulate necessary supply growth. The firm's top picks in the sector remain Antero Resources Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AR#NYSE">AR</a>), EQT Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EQT#NYSE">EQT</a>) and Excelerate Energy Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EXE#NYSE">EXE</a>) &#8211; stocks that have yet to fully reflect the bullish gas price outlook.
Read Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/25/01/43168116/goldman-sachs-sees-strong-secular-demand-for-natural-gas-raises-estimates-on-two-industry-players">Goldman Sachs Sees Strong &#8216;Secular Demand&#8217; For Natural Gas, Raises Estimates On Two Industry Players</a>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Oil's Not-So-Slick Future</h2>
On the flip side, oil is in for a rougher ride. JPMorgan's commodity team, led by Natasha Kaneva, expects the market to shift from a balanced 2024 to a 1.3 million barrels per day (MMBo/d) surplus in 2025, as non-OPEC+ production surges from Brazil, Guyana and Norway.
Adding to the pressure, OPEC+ is set to bring more barrels back into the market starting in April, just as global demand growth slows. The team forecasts Brent crude prices ending 2025 below $70 per barrel, a bearish signal for oil stocks. As a result, JPMorgan is trimming its EBITDA estimates for oil companies by 2% in 2025 and 10% in 2026, with its oil coverage group seeing a 17% drop in net asset value-based price targets.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">RRC Up, VET Down</h2>
With this backdrop, JPMorgan has moved Range Resources to Neutral from Underweight, citing a more reasonable valuation and the company's shift toward production growth in 2026. 
Meanwhile, Vermilion Energy gets the downgrade to Underweight, reflecting concerns over valuation and lower-than-expected earnings projections.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Takeaway For Investors</h2>
The energy market is at an inflection point, with natural gas equities emerging as the better bet. 
With LNG demand booming, AI-driven power needs soaring and coal-to-gas switching in full swing, gas stocks could still have more room to run.
Meanwhile, oil investors should brace for volatility as the supply glut builds. JPMorgan's positioning? Bullish on gas, cautious on oil and keeping a close watch on the shifting energy tides.
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Barclays Maintains Equal-Weight on Range Resources, Raises Price Target to $43

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