Epsilon Energy Ltd (EPSN)vsOccidental Petroleum Corporation (OXY)
EPSN
Epsilon Energy Ltd
$6.27
-1.10%
ENERGY · Cap: $188.67M
OXY
Occidental Petroleum Corporation
$61.79
+0.54%
ENERGY · Cap: $61.44B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Occidental Petroleum Corporation generates 35264% more annual revenue ($23.93B vs $67.66M). OXY leads profitability with a 30.3% profit margin vs -5.2%. OXY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 83/100 (A-).
EPSN
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
OXY
Exceptional Buy83
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+18.7%
Fair Value
$5.89
Current Price
$6.27
$0.38 discount
Margin of Safety
+6.8%
Fair Value
$65.96
Current Price
$61.79
$4.17 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 36.4%
Revenue surging 57.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 228.6% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 45.4%
Revenue surging 53.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 965.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -7.3% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EPSN
The strongest argument for EPSN centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 57.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : OXY
The strongest argument for OXY centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.3% and operating margin at 45.4%. Revenue growth of 53.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : EPSN
The primary concerns for EPSN are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : OXY
The primary concerns for OXY are Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EPSN profiles as a hypergrowth stock while OXY is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
OXY carries more volatility with a beta of 0.16 — expect wider price swings.
EPSN is growing revenue faster at 57.1% — sustainability is the question.
OXY generates stronger free cash flow (2.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
OXY scores higher overall (83/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 30.3% margins and 53.4% revenue growth. EPSN offers better value entry with a 18.7% margin of safety. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
Epsilon Energy Ltd
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Epsilon Energy Ltd., an oil and natural gas company, is engaged in the acquisition, development, collection and production of oil and gas reserves in the United States. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
Visit Website →Occidental Petroleum Corporation
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Occidental Petroleum Corporation is an American company engaged in hydrocarbon exploration in the United States, the Middle East, and Colombia as well as petrochemical manufacturing in the United States, Canada, and Chile.
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