ConocoPhillips (COP)vsExxon Mobil Corp (XOM)
COP
ConocoPhillips
$125.30
-1.77%
ENERGY · Cap: $165.00B
XOM
Exxon Mobil Corp
$158.69
+0.26%
ENERGY · Cap: $682.54B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Exxon Mobil Corp generates 460% more annual revenue ($361.06B vs $64.46B). COP leads profitability with a 14.4% profit margin vs 9.1%. COP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.24. COP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
COP
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
XOM
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for COP.
Margin of Safety
-74.9%
Fair Value
$93.36
Current Price
$158.69
$65.33 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 31.5%
Revenue surging 35.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 107.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 4.4B in free cash flow
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
No major concerns identified
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : COP
The strongest argument for COP centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 35.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.24 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : COP
No major red flags identified for COP, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : XOM
The primary concerns for XOM are Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
COP profiles as a growth stock while XOM is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
XOM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.17 — 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
COP scores higher overall (78/100 vs 74/100) and 35.5% 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.
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.
Exxon Mobil Corp
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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