Diamondback Energy Inc (FANG)vsMatador Resources Company (MTDR)
FANG
Diamondback Energy Inc
$184.50
-2.52%
ENERGY · Cap: $57.40B
MTDR
Matador Resources Company
$51.86
-4.12%
ENERGY · Cap: $6.69B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Diamondback Energy Inc generates 323% more annual revenue ($16.25B vs $3.84B). MTDR leads profitability with a 18.9% profit margin vs 9.0%. MTDR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.64. MTDR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 84/100 (A-).
FANG
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
MTDR
Exceptional Buy84
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+46.8%
Fair Value
$317.93
Current Price
$184.50
$133.43 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MTDR.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 48.5%
Revenue surging 52.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 179.5% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 2.6B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 49.2%
Earnings expanding 160.6% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 26.8% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 4.2% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FANG
The strongest argument for FANG centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 52.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MTDR
The strongest argument for MTDR centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.9% and operating margin at 49.2%. Revenue growth of 26.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FANG
The primary concerns for FANG are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : MTDR
The primary concerns for MTDR are Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FANG profiles as a hypergrowth stock while MTDR is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MTDR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.79 — expect wider price swings.
FANG is growing revenue faster at 52.5% — sustainability is the question.
FANG generates stronger free cash flow (2.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MTDR scores higher overall (84/100 vs 69/100), backed by strong 18.9% margins and 26.8% revenue growth. FANG offers better value entry with a 46.8% margin of safety. 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.
Diamondback Energy Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Diamondback Energy is a company engaged in hydrocarbon exploration and headquartered in Midland, Texas.
Matador Resources Company
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Matador Resources Company, an independent energy company, is engaged in the exploration, development, production and acquisition of oil and natural gas resources in the United States. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
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