Expand Energy Corporation (EXE)vsExxon Mobil Corp (XOM)
EXE
Expand Energy Corporation
$95.94
-1.52%
ENERGY · Cap: $23.31B
XOM
Exxon Mobil Corp
$144.57
-1.37%
ENERGY · Cap: $607.57B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Exxon Mobil Corp generates 2416% more annual revenue ($326.01B vs $12.96B). EXE leads profitability with a 24.9% profit margin vs 7.8%. XOM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.42. EXE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B+).
EXE
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
XOM
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+8.6%
Fair Value
$113.11
Current Price
$95.94
$17.17 discount
Margin of Safety
-37.0%
Fair Value
$106.98
Current Price
$144.57
$37.59 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 34.0%
Revenue surging 41.0% year-over-year
Keeps 25 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 2.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.6% revenue growth
7.8% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 43.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EXE
The strongest argument for EXE centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.9% and operating margin at 34.0%. Revenue growth of 41.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : XOM
The strongest argument for XOM centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. PEG of 1.42 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : EXE
The primary concerns for EXE are EPS Growth, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : XOM
The primary concerns for XOM are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EXE profiles as a growth stock while XOM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
EXE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.35 — expect wider price swings.
EXE is growing revenue faster at 41.0% — sustainability is the question.
XOM generates stronger free cash flow (2.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EXE scores higher overall (75/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 24.9% margins and 41.0% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
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.
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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