Coterra Energy Inc (CTRA)vsExxon Mobil Corp (XOM)
CTRA
Coterra Energy Inc
$35.68
+3.03%
ENERGY · Cap: $26.30B
XOM
Exxon Mobil Corp
$154.33
-0.22%
ENERGY · Cap: $642.90B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Exxon Mobil Corp generates 4533% more annual revenue ($323.90B vs $6.99B). CTRA leads profitability with a 24.6% profit margin vs 8.9%. XOM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.38. CTRA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
CTRA
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
XOM
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+69.5%
Fair Value
$103.66
Current Price
$35.68
$67.98 discount
Margin of Safety
-46.3%
Fair Value
$105.46
Current Price
$154.33
$48.87 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 33.3%
Keeps 25 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 23.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 20.6% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 5.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Grey zone — moderate risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 1.3%
Earnings declined 11.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CTRA
The strongest argument for CTRA centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.6% and operating margin at 33.3%. Revenue growth of 23.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : XOM
The strongest argument for XOM centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. PEG of 1.38 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CTRA
The primary concerns for CTRA are Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : XOM
The primary concerns for XOM are Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CTRA profiles as a growth stock while XOM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
XOM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.29 — expect wider price swings.
CTRA is growing revenue faster at 23.4% — sustainability is the question.
XOM generates stronger free cash flow (5.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CTRA scores higher overall (75/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 24.6% margins and 23.4% revenue growth. 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.
Coterra Energy Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Coterra Energy Inc., an independent oil and gas company, explores, exploits, develops, produces and markets oil and gas properties in the United States. The company is headquartered in 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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