Gulfport Energy Operating Corp (GPOR)vsOccidental Petroleum Corporation (OXY)
GPOR
Gulfport Energy Operating Corp
$158.60
+1.56%
ENERGY · Cap: $3.17B
OXY
Occidental Petroleum Corporation
$56.30
-1.64%
ENERGY · Cap: $61.44B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Occidental Petroleum Corporation generates 1657% more annual revenue ($23.93B vs $1.36B). GPOR leads profitability with a 36.5% profit margin vs 30.3%. GPOR trades at a lower P/E of 6.7x. OXY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 83/100 (A-).
GPOR
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
OXY
Exceptional Buy83
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for GPOR.
Margin of Safety
+9.9%
Fair Value
$65.89
Current Price
$56.30
$9.59 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 33 in profit
Keeps 37 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 49.5%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 45.4%
Revenue surging 53.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 965.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Revenue declined 16.2%
Earnings declined 46.8%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 36.5% and operating margin at 49.5%.
Bull Case : OXY
The strongest argument for OXY centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.3% and operating margin at 45.4%. Revenue growth of 53.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GPOR
The primary concerns for GPOR are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : OXY
The primary concerns for OXY are Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GPOR profiles as a declining stock while OXY is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
GPOR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.42 — expect wider price swings.
OXY is growing revenue faster at 53.4% — sustainability is the question.
OXY generates stronger free cash flow (2.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
OXY scores higher overall (83/100 vs 60/100), backed by strong 30.3% margins and 53.4% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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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