ConocoPhillips (COP)vsTenet Healthcare Corporation (THC)
COP
ConocoPhillips
$113.87
-0.88%
ENERGY · Cap: $139.96B
THC
Tenet Healthcare Corporation
$190.38
-1.93%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $16.72B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
ConocoPhillips generates 177% more annual revenue ($59.38B vs $21.45B). COP leads profitability with a 12.3% profit margin vs 7.9%. COP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.14. THC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
COP
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
THC
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-50.0%
Fair Value
$74.14
Current Price
$113.87
$39.73 premium
Margin of Safety
+78.8%
Fair Value
$1068.55
Current Price
$190.38
$878.17 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 22.1%
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 30 in profit
Earnings expanding 87.6% YoY
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Revenue declined 5.3%
Earnings declined 20.2%
2.8% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
7.9% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : COP
The strongest argument for COP centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin. PEG of 1.14 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : THC
The strongest argument for THC centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : COP
The primary concerns for COP are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : THC
The primary concerns for THC are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
COP profiles as a declining stock while THC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
THC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.30 — expect wider price swings.
THC is growing revenue faster at 2.8% — sustainability is the question.
THC generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
THC scores higher overall (66/100 vs 56/100). Both earn "Strong 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.
Tenet Healthcare Corporation
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
Tenet Healthcare Corporation is a diversified health services company. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
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