Chevron Corp (CVX)vsEnterprise Products Partners LP (EPD)
CVX
Chevron Corp
$192.22
+0.57%
ENERGY · Cap: $382.88B
EPD
Enterprise Products Partners LP
$38.70
-0.23%
ENERGY · Cap: $83.66B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Chevron Corp generates 258% more annual revenue ($184.65B vs $51.56B). EPD leads profitability with a 11.5% profit margin vs 6.7%. CVX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.08. EPD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
CVX
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
EPD
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-54.6%
Fair Value
$125.03
Current Price
$192.22
$67.19 premium
Margin of Safety
+37.8%
Fair Value
$56.96
Current Price
$38.70
$18.26 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 5.4B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
ROE of 7.2% — below average capital efficiency
6.7% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 6.7%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CVX
The strongest argument for CVX centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Free Cash Flow. PEG of 1.08 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : EPD
The strongest argument for EPD centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : CVX
The primary concerns for CVX are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : EPD
The primary concerns for EPD are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CVX profiles as a value stock while EPD is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
CVX carries more volatility with a beta of 0.59 — expect wider price swings.
EPD is growing revenue faster at -6.7% — sustainability is the question.
CVX generates stronger free cash flow (5.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EPD scores higher overall (52/100 vs 46/100). 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.
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.
Enterprise Products Partners LP
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Enterprise Products Partners LP provides midstream energy services to producers and consumers of natural gas, natural gas liquids (NGL), crude oil, petrochemicals, and refined products. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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