Expand Energy Corporation (EXE)vsOccidental Petroleum Corporation (OXY)
EXE
Expand Energy Corporation
$87.03
-0.71%
ENERGY · Cap: $20.25B
OXY
Occidental Petroleum Corporation
$56.30
-1.64%
ENERGY · Cap: $61.44B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Occidental Petroleum Corporation generates 89% more annual revenue ($23.93B vs $12.66B). OXY leads profitability with a 30.3% profit margin vs 22.0%. EXE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.82. OXY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 83/100 (A-).
EXE
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
OXY
Exceptional Buy83
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-13.5%
Fair Value
$77.24
Current Price
$87.03
$9.79 premium
Margin of Safety
+9.9%
Fair Value
$65.89
Current Price
$56.30
$9.59 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 26.3%
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
Revenue declined 10.6%
Earnings declined 45.5%
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EXE
The strongest argument for EXE centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.0% and operating margin at 26.3%. PEG of 0.82 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : EXE
The primary concerns for EXE are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : OXY
The primary concerns for OXY are Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EXE profiles as a declining stock while OXY is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
EXE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.32 — expect wider price swings.
OXY is growing revenue faster at 53.4% — 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 67/100), backed by strong 30.3% margins and 53.4% 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.
Expand Energy Corporation
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Expand Energy Corporation is an independent exploration and production company in the United States. The company is headquartered in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
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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