CNX Resources Corp (CNX)vsExxon Mobil Corp (XOM)
CNX
CNX Resources Corp
$35.91
-2.03%
ENERGY · Cap: $5.44B
XOM
Exxon Mobil Corp
$165.99
+0.46%
ENERGY · Cap: $682.54B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Exxon Mobil Corp generates 16772% more annual revenue ($361.06B vs $2.14B). CNX leads profitability with a 44.4% profit margin vs 9.1%. XOM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.42. XOM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
CNX
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
XOM
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-61.2%
Fair Value
$24.79
Current Price
$35.91
$11.12 premium
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 44 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 62.9%
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 18.1%
Earnings declined 47.7%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CNX
The strongest argument for CNX centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 44.4% and operating margin at 62.9%.
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 : CNX
The primary concerns for CNX are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : XOM
The primary concerns for XOM are Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CNX profiles as a declining stock while XOM is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CNX carries more volatility with a beta of 0.61 — 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
XOM scores higher overall (74/100 vs 65/100) and 44.1% revenue growth. 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.
CNX Resources Corp
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
CNX Resources Corporation, an independent oil and natural gas company, acquires, explores, develops and produces natural gas properties primarily in the Appalachian Basin. The company is headquartered in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania.
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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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