ARKO Petroleum Corp. (APC)vsExxon Mobil Corp (XOM)
APC
ARKO Petroleum Corp.
$18.59
-1.15%
ENERGY · Cap: $1.53B
XOM
Exxon Mobil Corp
$137.09
+0.59%
ENERGY · Cap: $565.95B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Exxon Mobil Corp generates 5744% more annual revenue ($326.01B vs $5.58B). XOM leads profitability with a 7.8% profit margin vs 0.7%. XOM trades at a lower P/E of 23.0x. APC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
APC
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
XOM
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for APC.
Margin of Safety
-66.5%
Fair Value
$82.33
Current Price
$137.09
$54.76 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 64 in profit
Earnings expanding 51.8% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 2.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
0.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.5%
Revenue declined 0.2%
2.6% revenue growth
7.8% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 43.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APC
The strongest argument for APC centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : XOM
The strongest argument for XOM centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. PEG of 1.13 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : APC
The primary concerns for APC are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Debt-to-equity of 4.75 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 0.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : XOM
The primary concerns for XOM are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
XOM is growing revenue faster at 2.6% — sustainability is the question.
XOM generates stronger free cash flow (2.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor OIL & GAS REFINING & MARKETING industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
APC scores higher overall (52/100 vs 50/100). Both earn "Buy" and "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.
ARKO Petroleum Corp.
ENERGY · OIL & GAS REFINING & MARKETING · USA
Anadarko Petroleum Corporation is engaged in the exploration, development, production and marketing of oil and gas properties.
Exxon Mobil Corp
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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