What is CLR's DCF valuation?

Continental Resources Inc (CLR) DCF Valuation Analysis

Executive Summary

As of May 27, 2025, Continental Resources Inc has a Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) derived fair value of $102.67 per share. With the current market price at $74.27, this represents a potential upside of 38.2%.

Key Metrics Value
DCF Fair Value (5-year) $73.46
DCF Fair Value (10-year) $102.67
Potential Upside (5-year) -1.1%
Potential Upside (10-year) 38.2%
Discount Rate (WACC) 6.7% - 8.9%

Financial Performance & Projections

Revenue Trends

Revenue is projected to grow from $5848 million in 12-2021 to $10582 million by 12-2031, representing a compound annual growth rate of approximately 6.1%.

Fiscal Year Revenue (USD millions) Growth
12-2021 5848 125%
12-2022 4894 -16%
12-2023 4648 -5%
12-2024 5596 20%
12-2025 6523 17%
12-2026 7290 12%
12-2027 8044 10%
12-2028 8607 7%
12-2029 9243 7%
12-2030 9890 7%
12-2031 10582 7%

Profitability Projections

Net profit margin is expected to improve from 28% in 12-2021 to 30% by 12-2031, driven by operational efficiency and economies of scale.

Fiscal Year Net Profit (USD millions) Profit Margin
12-2021 1666 28%
12-2022 1410 29%
12-2023 1351 29%
12-2024 1641 29%
12-2025 1928 30%
12-2026 2172 30%
12-2027 2399 30%
12-2028 2571 30%
12-2029 2765 30%
12-2030 2962 30%
12-2031 3174 30%

DCF Model Components

1. Capital Expenditures (CapEx)

with a 5-year average of $2848 million. Projected CapEx is expected to maintain at approximately 66% of revenue.

2. Depreciation & Amortization

Depreciation is based on an average useful life of 5 years for capital assets.

Fiscal Year D&A (USD millions)
12-2022 3108
12-2023 3142
12-2024 3313
12-2025 3877
12-2026 3846
12-2027 4265

3. Working Capital Requirements

Net working capital is expected to increase gradually, with projected changes affecting free cash flow.

Components Average Days
Days Receivables 69
Days Inventory 106
Days Payables 571

4. Free Cash Flow Projections

Fiscal Year EBITDA Tax CapEx Change in NWC FCF
3M/2022 1291 109 813 (38) 407
2023 5113 419 3088 47 1559
2024 5704 509 3717 115 1362
2025 6684 598 4333 123 1630
2026 7005 674 4843 133 1355

DCF Valuation Parameters

Key Assumptions

  • Discount Rate (WACC): WACC / Discount Rate (selected: 6.7% - 8.9%)
  • Long-Term Growth Rate: Long-term Growth Rate (selected: 2.5% - 4.5%)
  • Terminal EV/EBITDA Multiple: 7.0x (based on peer average)

Valuation Summary

Valuation Method Fair Price (USD) Potential Upside
5-Year DCF (Growth) 73.46 -1.1%
10-Year DCF (Growth) 102.67 38.2%
5-Year DCF (EBITDA) 95.21 28.2%
10-Year DCF (EBITDA) 119.35 60.7%

Enterprise Value Breakdown

  • 5-Year Model: $30,760M
  • 10-Year Model: $41,205M

Investment Conclusion

Is Continental Resources Inc (CLR) a buy or a sell? Continental Resources Inc is definitely a buy. Based on our DCF analysis, Continental Resources Inc (CLR) appears to be significantly undervalued with upside potential of 38.2%. The company's strong projected growth in revenue and profitability, coupled with consistent capital expenditure, supports our positive outlook on its intrinsic value.

Key investment drivers include:

  • Expanding profit margins (from 28% to 30%)
  • Steady revenue growth (6.1% CAGR)

Investors should consider a strong buy at the current market price of $74.27.