Empire Petroleum Corp (EP)vsExxon Mobil Corp (XOM)
EP
Empire Petroleum Corp
$2.50
+3.73%
ENERGY · Cap: $131.38M
XOM
Exxon Mobil Corp
$165.99
+0.46%
ENERGY · Cap: $682.54B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Exxon Mobil Corp generates 1023951% more annual revenue ($361.06B vs $35.26M). XOM leads profitability with a 9.1% profit margin vs -202.2%. XOM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
EP
Avoid24
out of 100
Grade: F
XOM
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for EP.
Margin of Safety
-78.3%
Fair Value
$93.12
Current Price
$165.99
$72.87 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 27.0% year-over-year
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Revenue surging 44.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 112.8% YoY
Generating 17.0B in free cash flow
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Trading at 13.9x book value
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EP
The strongest argument for EP centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 27.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : XOM
The strongest argument for XOM centers on Market Cap, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 44.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.42 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : EP
The primary concerns for EP are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Debt-to-equity of 2.19 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : XOM
The primary concerns for XOM are Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EP profiles as a growth stock while XOM is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
EP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.30 — expect wider price swings.
XOM is growing revenue faster at 44.1% — sustainability is the question.
XOM generates stronger free cash flow (17.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
XOM scores higher overall (74/100 vs 24/100) and 44.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Empire Petroleum Corp
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Empire Petroleum Corporation (EP) is an independent oil and natural gas exploration and production company based in the United States, focused on acquiring and developing strategic energy assets in resource-rich regions. The company prioritizes production efficiency and sustainability, employing advanced technologies and the expertise of a seasoned management team to maximize operational effectiveness. Empire Petroleum's growth initiatives are strategically aligned to enhance shareholder value while contributing to energy security in a rapidly evolving market landscape.
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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