APA Corporation (APA)vsExxon Mobil Corp (XOM)
APA
APA Corporation
$44.73
+0.45%
ENERGY · Cap: $15.26B
XOM
Exxon Mobil Corp
$165.99
+0.46%
ENERGY · Cap: $682.54B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Exxon Mobil Corp generates 4112% more annual revenue ($361.06B vs $8.57B). APA leads profitability with a 19.6% profit margin vs 9.1%. APA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.15. APA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 80/100 (B+).
APA
Strong Buy80
out of 100
Grade: B+
XOM
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+12.2%
Fair Value
$51.05
Current Price
$44.73
$6.32 discount
Margin of Safety
-78.3%
Fair Value
$93.12
Current Price
$165.99
$72.87 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 56.3%
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 26.3% YoY
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Revenue surging 44.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 112.8% YoY
Generating 17.0B in free cash flow
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APA
The strongest argument for APA centers on P/E Ratio, Operating Margin, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.6% and operating margin at 56.3%. PEG of 1.15 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : XOM
The strongest argument for XOM centers on Market Cap, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 44.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.42 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : APA
The primary concerns for APA are Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : XOM
The primary concerns for XOM are Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APA profiles as a mature stock while XOM is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
APA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.37 — expect wider price swings.
XOM is growing revenue faster at 44.1% — sustainability is the question.
XOM generates stronger free cash flow (17.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
APA scores higher overall (80/100 vs 74/100), backed by strong 19.6% margins. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
APA Corporation
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
APA Corporation is the holding company for Apache Corporation, a company engaged in hydrocarbon exploration. It is organized in Delaware and headquartered in Houston.
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ENERGY · OIL & GAS INTEGRATED · USA
Exxon Mobil Corporation, stylized as ExxonMobil, is an American multinational oil and gas corporation headquartered in Irving, Texas. It is the largest direct descendant of John D. Rockefeller's Standard Oil, and was formed on November 30, 1999 by the merger of Exxon (formerly the Standard Oil Company of New Jersey) and Mobil (formerly the Standard Oil Company of New York). ExxonMobil's primary brands are Exxon, Mobil, Esso, and ExxonMobil Chemical. ExxonMobil is incorporated in New Jersey.
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