ConocoPhillips (COP)vsVista Oil Gas ADR (VIST)
COP
ConocoPhillips
$128.93
-0.32%
ENERGY · Cap: $157.60B
VIST
Vista Oil Gas ADR
$71.33
-0.60%
ENERGY · Cap: $7.62B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
ConocoPhillips generates 2336% more annual revenue ($60.28B vs $2.47B). VIST leads profitability with a 29.1% profit margin vs 13.3%. VIST trades at a lower P/E of 10.7x. VIST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
COP
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
VIST
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-157.1%
Fair Value
$43.25
Current Price
$128.93
$85.68 premium
Margin of Safety
-22.8%
Fair Value
$45.63
Current Price
$71.33
$25.70 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 35 in profit
Revenue surging 52.6% year-over-year
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 29.7%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 6.8%
Earnings declined 39.0%
Grey zone — moderate risk
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 13.8%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : COP
The strongest argument for COP centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : VIST
The strongest argument for VIST centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.1% and operating margin at 29.7%. Revenue growth of 52.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : COP
The primary concerns for COP are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : VIST
The primary concerns for VIST are Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
COP profiles as a declining stock while VIST is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
COP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.28 — expect wider price swings.
VIST is growing revenue faster at 52.6% — sustainability is the question.
COP generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VIST scores higher overall (63/100 vs 48/100), backed by strong 29.1% margins and 52.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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.
Vista Oil Gas ADR
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Vista Oil & Gas, SAB de CV, is dedicated to the exploration and production of oil and gas in Latin America. The company is headquartered in Mexico City, Mexico.
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