ConocoPhillips (COP)vsCrescent Energy Co (CRGY)
COP
ConocoPhillips
$109.70
-2.77%
ENERGY · Cap: $136.77B
CRGY
Crescent Energy Co
$11.54
-5.41%
ENERGY · Cap: $3.82B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
ConocoPhillips generates 1457% more annual revenue ($59.38B vs $3.81B). COP leads profitability with a 12.3% profit margin vs -7.5%. COP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
COP
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
CRGY
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-83.1%
Fair Value
$58.83
Current Price
$109.70
$50.87 premium
Margin of Safety
-31.9%
Fair Value
$8.00
Current Price
$11.54
$3.54 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 22.1%
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 80.0% YoY
Revenue surging 24.5% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Revenue declined 5.3%
Earnings declined 20.2%
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -6.1% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : COP
The strongest argument for COP centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.99 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : CRGY
The strongest argument for CRGY centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 24.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : COP
The primary concerns for COP are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : CRGY
The primary concerns for CRGY are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
COP profiles as a declining stock while CRGY is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CRGY carries more volatility with a beta of 0.88 — expect wider price swings.
CRGY is growing revenue faster at 24.5% — sustainability is the question.
COP generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
COP scores higher overall (58/100 vs 53/100). 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.
ConocoPhillips
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
ConocoPhillips is an American multinational corporation engaged in hydrocarbon exploration. It is based in the Energy Corridor district of Houston, Texas.
Crescent Energy Co
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Crescent Energy Co (CRGY) is a leading oil and natural gas exploration and production company focused on developing domestic onshore resources, particularly within high-yield shale formations across the United States. With a commitment to sustainability and capital efficiency, Crescent employs innovative technologies to drive disciplined growth, enhance production, and optimize recovery processes. Positioned to capitalize on emerging opportunities in the evolving energy landscape, Crescent is well-equipped to strengthen its competitive edge in a dynamic market. The company's strategic initiatives aim to deliver robust financial performance while adapting to the shifting demands of the energy sector.
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