Gulfport Energy Operating Corp (GPOR)vsOccidental Petroleum Corporation (OXY)
GPOR
Gulfport Energy Operating Corp
$212.96
+1.76%
ENERGY · Cap: $4.04B
OXY
Occidental Petroleum Corporation
$61.85
+0.98%
ENERGY · Cap: $60.74B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Occidental Petroleum Corporation generates 1558% more annual revenue ($21.59B vs $1.30B). GPOR leads profitability with a 32.9% profit margin vs 10.8%. GPOR trades at a lower P/E of 9.8x. GPOR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
GPOR
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
OXY
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-37.9%
Fair Value
$146.00
Current Price
$212.96
$66.96 premium
Margin of Safety
-414.6%
Fair Value
$9.18
Current Price
$61.85
$52.67 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 51.0%
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 25.2% year-over-year
Revenue surging 148.9% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.9B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Earnings declined 89.8%
ROE of 5.9% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GPOR
The strongest argument for GPOR centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.9% and operating margin at 51.0%. Revenue growth of 25.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : OXY
The strongest argument for OXY centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 148.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
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, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 45.4x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GPOR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.60 — expect wider price swings.
OXY is growing revenue faster at 148.9% — sustainability is the question.
OXY generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor OIL & GAS E&P industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
GPOR scores higher overall (65/100 vs 53/100), backed by strong 32.9% margins and 25.2% revenue growth. Both earn "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.
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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