Diamondback Energy Inc (FANG)vsPEDEVCO Corp (PED)
FANG
Diamondback Energy Inc
$192.62
-5.09%
ENERGY · Cap: $53.44B
PED
PEDEVCO Corp
$13.77
+4.71%
ENERGY · Cap: $175.58M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Diamondback Energy Inc generates 18620% more annual revenue ($14.46B vs $77.24M). FANG leads profitability with a 2.0% profit margin vs -46.8%. PED earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 44/100 (D).
FANG
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
PED
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+41.1%
Fair Value
$286.80
Current Price
$192.62
$94.18 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PED.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 360.4% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
4.2% revenue growth
ROE of 1.1% — below average capital efficiency
2.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -23.8% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 82.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FANG
The strongest argument for FANG centers on Price/Book, Market Cap.
Bull Case : PED
The strongest argument for PED centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 360.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FANG
The primary concerns for FANG are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 191.9x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : PED
The primary concerns for PED are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FANG profiles as a value stock while PED is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
FANG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.39 — expect wider price swings.
PED is growing revenue faster at 360.4% — sustainability is the question.
FANG generates stronger free cash flow (895M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PED scores higher overall (44/100 vs 41/100) and 360.4% revenue growth. FANG offers better value entry with a 41.1% margin of safety. Both earn "Hold" 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.
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