Diamondback Energy Inc (FANG)vsServiceNow Inc (NOW)
FANG
Diamondback Energy Inc
$188.70
-0.92%
ENERGY · Cap: $53.58B
NOW
ServiceNow Inc
$91.18
-2.58%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $96.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Diamondback Energy Inc generates 4% more annual revenue ($14.47B vs $13.96B). NOW leads profitability with a 12.6% profit margin vs 2.0%. NOW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.89. NOW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
FANG
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
NOW
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+44.6%
Fair Value
$305.11
Current Price
$188.70
$116.41 discount
Margin of Safety
+85.5%
Fair Value
$628.08
Current Price
$91.18
$536.90 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 22.1% year-over-year
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
ROE of 0.5% — below average capital efficiency
2.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 8.0x book value
2.3% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FANG
The strongest argument for FANG centers on Price/Book, Market Cap.
Bull Case : NOW
The strongest argument for NOW centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 22.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.89 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : FANG
The primary concerns for FANG are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 196.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : NOW
The primary concerns for NOW are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. A P/E of 55.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FANG profiles as a value stock while NOW is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
NOW carries more volatility with a beta of 0.82 — expect wider price swings.
NOW is growing revenue faster at 22.1% — sustainability is the question.
NOW generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NOW scores higher overall (59/100 vs 41/100) and 22.1% revenue growth. FANG offers better value entry with a 44.6% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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.
ServiceNow Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
ServiceNow is an American software company based in Santa Clara, California that develops a cloud computing platform to help companies manage digital workflows for enterprise operations.
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