EOG Resources Inc (EOG)vsMurphy Oil Corporation (MUR)
EOG
EOG Resources Inc
$147.36
-0.07%
ENERGY · Cap: $77.29B
MUR
Murphy Oil Corporation
$38.50
-0.85%
ENERGY · Cap: $5.22B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
EOG Resources Inc generates 793% more annual revenue ($26.72B vs $2.99B). EOG leads profitability with a 25.7% profit margin vs 9.8%. MUR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.33. EOG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 86/100 (A).
EOG
Exceptional Buy86
out of 100
Grade: A
MUR
Strong Buy80
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+42.6%
Fair Value
$256.53
Current Price
$147.36
$109.17 discount
Margin of Safety
-75.2%
Fair Value
$19.54
Current Price
$38.50
$18.96 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 40.7%
Revenue surging 58.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 109.4% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 37.9%
Revenue surging 35.6% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 917.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 1.6% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EOG
The strongest argument for EOG centers on P/E Ratio, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 25.7% and operating margin at 40.7%. Revenue growth of 58.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MUR
The strongest argument for MUR centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 35.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.33 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : EOG
The primary concerns for EOG are Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : MUR
The primary concerns for MUR are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EOG profiles as a growth stock while MUR is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MUR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.49 — expect wider price swings.
EOG is growing revenue faster at 58.7% — sustainability is the question.
EOG generates stronger free cash flow (2.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EOG scores higher overall (86/100 vs 80/100), backed by strong 25.7% margins and 58.7% 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.
EOG Resources Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
EOG Resources, Inc. is an American energy company engaged in hydrocarbon exploration. It is organized in Delaware and headquartered in the Heritage Plaza building in Houston, Texas.
Murphy Oil Corporation
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Murphy Oil Corporation is an oil and natural gas exploration and production company in the United States, Canada, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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