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CRC California Resources Corp SEC Filings & Insider Trading Activity 2026

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CIK 1609253113 filings
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CRC at a glance

California Resources Corp (CRC, SEC CIK 1609253) filed its latest 10-K annual report on March 2, 2026, a 10-Q quarterly report on August 10, 2026, an 8-K current report on August 10, 2026 and Form 4 insider filings as recently as September 8, 2026. SignalX summarizes each filing with AI and tracks the company's insider trades and institutional holders.

  • For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025 (FY2025), California Resources Corp (CRC) reported revenue of $2.9 billion (up 14.7% from FY2024) and net income of $363.0 million. Diluted EPS was $4.15.
  • As of June 30, 2026, 30 institutional investment managers tracked by SignalX reported holding California Resources Corp (CRC) shares worth $2.3 billion in 13F-HR filings.
  • The most recent insider open-market sale reported on Form 4 was by Bys Jay A. on September 4, 2026 of 11,907 shares at $54.00 per share.
  • In the last 90 days, CRC insiders reported 0 open-market purchases ($0) and 3 open-market sales ($1.9M) on Form 4, a net sale of $1.9M.

Source: SEC EDGAR (XBRL financial data, 13F-HR and Form 4 filings).

Revenue · FY2025
$2.9B
+14.7% vs prior year
Insiders · 90 days
0 buys · 3 sells
Net −$1.9M
13F holders
30 funds
$2.3B · −1 vs prior quarter
Latest 8-K
Aug 10, 2026
Item 2.02

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Latest 10-K, fiscal year ended Dec 31, 2025

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Business Overview

  • Core business: Oil and natural gas exploration, development, and production in California basins
  • New emphasis: $6 million investment in carbon capture infrastructure at Elk Hills gas processing facility in 2025
  • Strategic activity: Divestiture of Round Mountain Unit reduced reserves by 12 MMBoe; 5 MMBoe added through extensions and discoveries
  • Notable metric: Net capitalized costs increased to $5,597 million in 2025 from $5,391 million in 2024
  • Unusual fact: Updated Results of Operations presentation in 2025 including sales to affiliates, excluding effects of derivatives

Risk Factors

  • Regulatory risk: California legislation may restrict or prohibit oil and gas operations, impacting permits and increasing costs for California Resources Corp's California-based assets
  • Geopolitical risk: Exposure to oil price volatility due to geopolitical conflicts in Ukraine, Israel, Middle East, and Venezuela affecting cash flow and capital expenditures
  • Operational risk: Dependence on limited specialized vendors in California, risking cost increases or operational delays if key suppliers exit or reduce service
  • Competitive disruption: Reduced California refining and pipeline capacity, such as the San Pablo Bay Pipeline shutdown, limiting market access and increasing competition among producers
  • Financial risk: Capital program funded mainly by cash flow from operations; reduced cash flow could force capital cuts, slowing reserve replacement and production growth

Management Discussion & Analysis

  • Tariff impact risk: 50% tariff on steel/aluminum imports may increase costs long-term, but minimal 2026 supply chain impact expected
  • Consolidated results include Berry acquisition from Dec 18, 2025, and Aera acquisition from July 1, 2024
  • No profitability or margin percentages provided in this section
  • Capital allocation, cash flow details, and forward-looking guidance not discussed in this excerpt

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AI 10-Q Quarterly Report Analysis

Latest 10-Q, quarter ended Jun 30, 2026

Management Discussion & Analysis

  • Brent oil $96.87/Bbl in Q2 2026 vs $70.84/Bbl YoY
  • Supplier and fuel-cost pressures expected to increase 2026 costs by approximately $9 million
  • Pipeline pro-ration and force-majeure disputes reduced pre-tax income by approximately $25 million
  • Temporary crude inventory build approximately 137,000 barrels, mostly sold in July 2026
  • Outlook: volatile oil prices amid geopolitical tensions and uncertain dispute outcomes

Risk Factors

  • No material risk-factor changes during the three months ended June 30, 2026
  • Carried-forward risks governed by California Resources’ 2025 Annual Report
  • Debt-agreement limitations potentially constrain the $1.78 billion share-repurchase authorization
  • $600 million remaining repurchase capacity as of June 30, 2026

AI summary of the CRC 10-Q filed . Generated from the filing text; verify against the original.View on SEC EDGAR10-K vs 10-Q vs 8-K

AI 8-K Current Report Analysis

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Filed Aug 10, 2026Full analysis →

Item 2.02: Results of Operations and Financial Condition

  • CRC reported financial condition and operating results for three and six months ended June 30, 2026
  • Results press release furnished as Exhibit 99.1, containing the substantive financial details for investor review

Item EX-99.1: Item EX-99.1

  • Q2 revenue $1,297M and net income $514M, boosted by a $205M commodity-derivative gain; adjusted net income $88M better reflects underlying performance
  • Free cash flow $114M and adjusted EBITDAX $338M, supporting $36M of shareholder distributions
Filed Jul 14, 2026Full analysis →

Item 2.02: Results of Operations and Financial Condition

  • Q2 2026 oil realized price $91.64 per barrel before derivatives, below Brent index price $96.87
  • Commodity derivatives generated estimated $190 million net settlement loss, including $164 million from oil sales derivatives
Filed Jun 26, 2026Full analysis →

Item 1.01: Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement

  • $550M refinancing completed with 7.250% senior unsecured notes due January 15, 2035
  • Proceeds redeemed $550M of 8.250% notes due 2029 at 104.125% plus accrued interest

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Recent Insider Transactions (Form 4)

Latest reported trades by officers, directors and 10% owners

InsiderTypeDatePrice
Bys Jay A.SellSep 4, 2026$54.00
Bys Jay A.SellAug 10, 2026$54.00
Bys Jay A.SellJul 13, 2026$54.00
Hayat OmarFJun 19, 2026$55.30
Hayat OmarAJun 19, 2026-
Hayat OmarFJun 19, 2026$55.30
Bys Jay A.SellJun 4, 2026$61.68
Preston Michael L.SellMay 12, 2026$59.82

Financial Summary
XBRL

Annual financial summary from SEC XBRL data
MetricFY2023FY2024FY2025
Profitability
Revenue-$2.5B$2.9B
Operating Income-$620.0M$598.0M
Net Income$564.0M$376.0M$363.0M
Op. Margin-24.4%20.5%
Net Margin-14.8%12.5%
Balance Sheet
Total Assets$4.0B$7.1B$7.4B
Equity-$3.5B$3.7B
ROE-10.6%9.9%
Per Share
EPS$7.78$4.62$4.15
Cash Flow
Operating CF-$610.0M$865.0M
CapEx$185.0M$255.0M$322.0M

Source: XBRL data in California Resources Corp (CRC)'s 10-K filings on SEC EDGAR, in USD. Compare across companies →

13F Fund Holdings: Quarterly Trend

Latest: Q2 2026

Aggregate CRC share value held by 13F filers tracked by SignalX, by quarter.

Quarterly totals table
CRC shares held by 13F filers tracked by SignalX, by quarter
QuarterFundsTotal value
Q2 202630$2.29B
Q1 202631$2.95B
Q4 202529$1.78B
Q3 202529$1.95B
Q2 202529$1.63B
Q1 202526$1.10B
Q4 202421$1.16B
Q3 202419$613.3M
Position changes: Q1 2026 → Q2 2026
Top Buyers
Top Sellers
New Positions
None this quarter.
Closed Positions

Source: 13F-HR filings on SEC EDGAR (aggregated from 214 fund-quarter rows). Reflects only 13F filers tracked by SignalX, not the full institutional ownership universe. How 13F filings work

CRC filing archive

AI analysis pages for each 10-K, 10-Q and 8-K

Latest 2026 SEC Filings: 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K & Form 4

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10-QAug 10, 2026Analysis
8-KJul 14, 2026Analysis-
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8-KJun 16, 2026Analysis-
8-KJun 16, 2026Analysis-
4Jun 5, 2026-
SC 13GMay 15, 2026-
4May 12, 2026-
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10-QMay 6, 2026Analysis
8-KMay 5, 2026Analysis-
4May 4, 2026--
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4May 4, 2026--
SC 13GApr 29, 2026-
8-KApr 17, 2026Analysis-

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CRC SEC filings: frequently asked questions

Are CRC insiders buying or selling?

In the last 90 days, California Resources Corp (CRC) officers, directors and 10% owners reported no open-market purchases and 3 open-market sales worth $1.9 million by 1 insider on Form 4. Many insider sales are pre-planned or for taxes, so purchases usually carry more information.

Which institutions hold CRC stock?

As of June 30, 2026, the largest California Resources Corp (CRC) holders among the 13F filers tracked by SignalX were BlackRock ($633.2 million), Vanguard Portfolio Management LLC ($278.8 million), State Street Corp ($227.5 million), Dimensional Fund Advisors ($210.1 million), Vanguard Capital Management LLC ($196.8 million). 13F-HR reports are filed up to 45 days after each quarter ends.

What was CRC's revenue in fiscal year 2025?

For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025 (FY2025), California Resources Corp (CRC) reported revenue of $2.9 billion (up 14.7% from FY2024) and net income of $363.0 million. Diluted EPS was $4.15. The figures come from the XBRL data in the 10-K.

What are the main risks in CRC's latest 10-K?

In the 10-K filed March 2, 2026, California Resources Corp (CRC) flagged: Regulatory risk: California legislation may restrict or prohibit oil and gas operations, impacting permits and increasing costs for California Resources Corp's California-based assets. Geopolitical risk: Exposure to oil price volatility due to geopolitical conflicts in Ukraine, Israel, Middle East, and Venezuela affecting cash flow and capital expenditures. (AI summary of the Risk Factors section.)

What did CRC report in its latest 8-K?

California Resources Corp (CRC) filed an 8-K on August 10, 2026 reporting Item 2.02 (Results of Operations and Financial Condition). CRC reported financial condition and operating results for three and six months ended June 30, 2026.

What are the latest CRC SEC filings?

California Resources Corp (CRC) filed its latest 10-K annual report on March 2, 2026, a 10-Q quarterly report on August 10, 2026, an 8-K current report on August 10, 2026 and a Form 4 insider filing on September 8, 2026.

What is CRC's SEC CIK number?

California Resources Corp (CRC)'s SEC Central Index Key (CIK) is 1609253. EDGAR lists every CRC filing under that number.

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