Range Resources Corp (RRC) — closed signal from May 13, 2026
Partial Published before the outcome was known, scored automatically when the window closed on August 11, 2026 — +0.3% at the close.
Predicted vs. what happened
What happened
Reached 46% of the predicted growth at its peak, without hitting the target.
The thesis — published May 13, 2026
Range Resources looks like a disciplined energy company that has beaten profit expectations several times and trades at a low valuation. A recent upgrade tied to higher earnings estimates gives a short-term reason for interest. The stock is recovering from selling, but thin trading, debt levels and sensitivity to gas prices keep the near-term case cautious.
Primary drivers
- Upgrade after earnings revisions gives short-term momentum
- Consistent earnings beats show operational credibility
- Low valuation creates some downside protection
- Exposure to gas prices and debt are main risks to watch
How it played out
RRC: shares rose, but the target was missed
Lyra published RRC at $40.57 with a 14% expected gain and a $46.13 target. The thesis pointed to repeated profit beats, a recent upgrade tied to higher earnings estimates, and a low valuation. It also cited debt and exposure to gas prices as near-term risks.
RRC rose to $43.20 on May 19, a 6.5% peak gain, but never reached the $46.13 target during the window. It ended at $40.67 on August 11, close to the published price and below the target. The thesis partially played out because the stock rose, but the expected 14% gain did not arrive.
What happened during the window
On July 21, 2026, Range reported second-quarter cash flow from operating activities of $235 million and average production of 2.30 Bcfe per day.
Prices are shown split- and dividend-adjusted, matching what public charts show today.
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