California Resources Corp (CRC)vsOccidental Petroleum Corporation (OXY)
CRC
California Resources Corp
$56.75
+0.89%
ENERGY · Cap: $5.04B
OXY
Occidental Petroleum Corporation
$61.46
+0.49%
ENERGY · Cap: $61.44B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Occidental Petroleum Corporation generates 541% more annual revenue ($23.93B vs $3.73B). OXY leads profitability with a 30.3% profit margin vs -3.2%. CRC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.76. OXY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 83/100 (A-).
CRC
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
OXY
Exceptional Buy83
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-36.1%
Fair Value
$41.72
Current Price
$56.75
$15.03 premium
Margin of Safety
+6.8%
Fair Value
$65.96
Current Price
$61.46
$4.50 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 46.8%
Revenue surging 33.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 200.0% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 45.4%
Revenue surging 53.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 965.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -15.9% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CRC
The strongest argument for CRC centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 33.0% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.76 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : OXY
The strongest argument for OXY centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.3% and operating margin at 45.4%. Revenue growth of 53.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CRC
The primary concerns for CRC are Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : OXY
The primary concerns for OXY are Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CRC profiles as a hypergrowth stock while OXY is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CRC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.90 — expect wider price swings.
OXY is growing revenue faster at 53.4% — sustainability is the question.
OXY generates stronger free cash flow (2.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
OXY scores higher overall (83/100 vs 73/100), backed by strong 30.3% margins and 53.4% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
California Resources Corp
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
California Resources Corporation is an independent oil and natural gas exploration and production company in the state of California. The company is headquartered in Santa Clarita, California.
Occidental Petroleum Corporation
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Occidental Petroleum Corporation is an American company engaged in hydrocarbon exploration in the United States, the Middle East, and Colombia as well as petrochemical manufacturing in the United States, Canada, and Chile.
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