Amphenol Corporation (APH)vsOccidental Petroleum Corporation (OXY)
APH
Amphenol Corporation
$128.03
-6.29%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $168.07B
OXY
Occidental Petroleum Corporation
$53.03
-1.69%
ENERGY · Cap: $53.65B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Amphenol Corporation generates 23% more annual revenue ($25.90B vs $21.12B). OXY leads profitability with a 22.4% profit margin vs 17.2%. APH appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.17. APH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
APH
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
OXY
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+53.3%
Fair Value
$312.78
Current Price
$128.03
$184.75 discount
Margin of Safety
+28.5%
Fair Value
$66.05
Current Price
$53.03
$13.02 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 37 in profit
Revenue surging 58.4% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 27.3%
Earnings expanding 24.1% YoY
Earnings expanding 315.6% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 11.3x book value
ROE of 4.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Revenue declined 8.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APH
The strongest argument for APH centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.2% and operating margin at 27.3%. Revenue growth of 58.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : OXY
The strongest argument for OXY centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.4% and operating margin at 17.7%. PEG of 1.21 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : APH
The primary concerns for APH are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : OXY
The primary concerns for OXY are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 72.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APH profiles as a growth stock while OXY is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
APH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.30 — expect wider price swings.
APH is growing revenue faster at 58.4% — sustainability is the question.
APH generates stronger free cash flow (830M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
APH scores higher overall (74/100 vs 65/100), backed by strong 17.2% margins and 58.4% revenue growth. OXY offers better value entry with a 28.5% margin of safety. 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.
Amphenol Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
Amphenol Corporation is a major producer of electronic and fiber optic connectors, cable and interconnect systems such as coaxial cables. Amphenol is a portmanteau from the corporation's original name, American Phenolic Corp.
Occidental Petroleum Corporation
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Occidental Petroleum Corporation is an American company engaged in hydrocarbon exploration in the United States, the Middle East, and Colombia as well as petrochemical manufacturing in the United States, Canada, and Chile.
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