Frontline Ltd (FRO)vsExxon Mobil Corp (XOM)
FRO
Frontline Ltd
$41.58
+2.96%
ENERGY · Cap: $8.70B
XOM
Exxon Mobil Corp
$136.90
-2.03%
ENERGY · Cap: $584.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Exxon Mobil Corp generates 14380% more annual revenue ($326.01B vs $2.25B). FRO leads profitability with a 40.2% profit margin vs 7.8%. XOM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.22. FRO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
FRO
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
XOM
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-8.2%
Fair Value
$27.85
Current Price
$41.58
$13.73 premium
Margin of Safety
-67.7%
Fair Value
$82.16
Current Price
$136.90
$54.74 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Keeps 40 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 51.8%
Revenue surging 66.9% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 1580.0% YoY
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
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : FRO
The strongest argument for FRO centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 40.2% and operating margin at 51.8%. Revenue growth of 66.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : XOM
The strongest argument for XOM centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. PEG of 1.22 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : FRO
The primary concerns for FRO are Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : XOM
The primary concerns for XOM are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FRO profiles as a growth stock while XOM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
XOM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.15 — expect wider price swings.
FRO is growing revenue faster at 66.9% — sustainability is the question.
XOM generates stronger free cash flow (2.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FRO scores higher overall (74/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 40.2% margins and 66.9% 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.
Frontline Ltd
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Frontline Ltd., a shipping company, is engaged in shipping crude oil and petroleum products globally. The company is headquartered in Hamilton, Bermuda.
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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