Chevron Corp (CVX)vsElevance Health Inc (ELV)
CVX
Chevron Corp
$187.31
-2.22%
ENERGY · Cap: $359.28B
ELV
Elevance Health Inc
$415.53
-0.71%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $87.28B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Elevance Health Inc generates 8% more annual revenue ($200.42B vs $185.74B). CVX leads profitability with a 5.9% profit margin vs 2.6%. CVX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.76. ELV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
CVX
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
ELV
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-85.8%
Fair Value
$96.96
Current Price
$187.31
$90.35 premium
Margin of Safety
+4.5%
Fair Value
$416.35
Current Price
$415.53
$0.82 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 4.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.3% revenue growth
ROE of 6.0% — below average capital efficiency
5.9% margin — thin
2.6% revenue growth
2.6% margin — thin
Earnings declined 16.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CVX
The strongest argument for CVX centers on Market Cap, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.76 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : ELV
The strongest argument for ELV centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 1.47 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CVX
The primary concerns for CVX are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : ELV
The primary concerns for ELV are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, EPS Growth. Thin 2.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ELV carries more volatility with a beta of 0.68 — expect wider price swings.
ELV is growing revenue faster at 2.6% — sustainability is the question.
ELV generates stronger free cash flow (4.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor OIL & GAS INTEGRATED industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
ELV scores higher overall (56/100 vs 54/100). Both earn "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.
Chevron Corp
ENERGY · OIL & GAS INTEGRATED · USA
Chevron Corporation is an American multinational energy corporation. One of the successor companies of Standard Oil, it is headquartered in San Ramon, California, and active in more than 180 countries. Chevron is engaged in every aspect of the oil and natural gas industries, including hydrocarbon exploration and production; refining, marketing and transport; chemicals manufacturing and sales; and power generation.
Elevance Health Inc
HEALTHCARE · HEALTHCARE PLANS · USA
Elevance Health Inc. is a health benefits company. The company is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana.
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