Gulfport Energy Operating Corp (GPOR)vsOccidental Petroleum Corporation (OXY)
GPOR
Gulfport Energy Operating Corp
$178.28
-0.29%
ENERGY · Cap: $3.21B
OXY
Occidental Petroleum Corporation
$53.03
-1.69%
ENERGY · Cap: $53.65B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Occidental Petroleum Corporation generates 1396% more annual revenue ($21.12B vs $1.41B). GPOR leads profitability with a 42.1% profit margin vs 22.4%. GPOR trades at a lower P/E of 5.9x. GPOR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B).
GPOR
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
OXY
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-17.5%
Fair Value
$171.28
Current Price
$178.28
$7.00 premium
Margin of Safety
+28.6%
Fair Value
$66.12
Current Price
$53.03
$13.09 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 34 in profit
Keeps 42 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 50.5%
Revenue surging 34.1% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 315.6% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Earnings declined 89.8%
ROE of 4.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Revenue declined 8.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GPOR
The strongest argument for GPOR centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 42.1% and operating margin at 50.5%. Revenue growth of 34.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : OXY
The strongest argument for OXY centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.4% and operating margin at 17.7%. PEG of 1.21 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : GPOR
The primary concerns for GPOR are EPS Growth.
Bear Case : OXY
The primary concerns for OXY are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 72.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GPOR profiles as a growth stock while OXY is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
GPOR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.46 — expect wider price swings.
GPOR is growing revenue faster at 34.1% — sustainability is the question.
GPOR generates stronger free cash flow (155M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GPOR scores higher overall (70/100 vs 65/100), backed by strong 42.1% margins and 34.1% revenue growth. OXY offers better value entry with a 28.6% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.
Gulfport Energy Operating Corp
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Gulfport Energy Corporation is engaged in the exploration, development, acquisition and production of natural gas, crude oil and natural gas liquids (NGL) in the United States. The company is headquartered in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
Occidental Petroleum Corporation
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Occidental Petroleum Corporation is an American company engaged in hydrocarbon exploration in the United States, the Middle East, and Colombia as well as petrochemical manufacturing in the United States, Canada, and Chile.
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