Diamondback Energy Inc (FANG)vsNorthern Oil & Gas Inc (NOG)
FANG
Diamondback Energy Inc
$204.97
-0.20%
ENERGY · Cap: $57.40B
NOG
Northern Oil & Gas Inc
$26.58
+1.03%
ENERGY · Cap: $2.74B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Diamondback Energy Inc generates 707% more annual revenue ($16.25B vs $2.01B). FANG leads profitability with a 9.0% profit margin vs -24.1%. NOG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 7.35. FANG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
FANG
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
NOG
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+47.0%
Fair Value
$318.64
Current Price
$204.97
$113.67 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NOG.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 48.5%
Revenue surging 52.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 179.5% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 2.6B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 57.1%
Earnings expanding 119.0% YoY
16.0% revenue growth
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
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -29.8% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FANG
The strongest argument for FANG centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 52.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : NOG
The strongest argument for NOG centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 16.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FANG
The primary concerns for FANG are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : NOG
The primary concerns for NOG are Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FANG profiles as a hypergrowth stock while NOG is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
NOG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.75 — 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
FANG scores higher overall (69/100 vs 61/100) and 52.5% 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.
Diamondback Energy Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Diamondback Energy is a company engaged in hydrocarbon exploration and headquartered in Midland, Texas.
Northern Oil & Gas Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Northern Oil and Gas, Inc., an independent energy company, is engaged in the acquisition, exploration, exploitation, development and production of crude oil and natural gas properties in the United States. The company is headquartered in Minnetonka, Minnesota.
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