Hess Midstream Partners LP (HESM)vsExxon Mobil Corp (XOM)
HESM
Hess Midstream Partners LP
$29.96
-1.12%
ENERGY · Cap: $6.54B
XOM
Exxon Mobil Corp
$165.87
+0.34%
ENERGY · Cap: $763.79B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Exxon Mobil Corp generates 23955% more annual revenue ($388.29B vs $1.61B). HESM leads profitability with a 23.2% profit margin vs 10.5%. XOM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.52. XOM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
HESM
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
XOM
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-14.8%
Fair Value
$31.72
Current Price
$29.96
$1.76 premium
Margin of Safety
-62.2%
Fair Value
$102.28
Current Price
$165.87
$63.59 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 71 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 63.5%
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Revenue surging 35.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 111.4% YoY
Generating 18.5B in free cash flow
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.4% earnings growth
Revenue declined 3.7%
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HESM
The strongest argument for HESM centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.2% and operating margin at 63.5%.
Bull Case : XOM
The strongest argument for XOM centers on Market Cap, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 35.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HESM
The primary concerns for HESM are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 7.15 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : XOM
The primary concerns for XOM are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HESM profiles as a declining stock while XOM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
HESM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.56 — expect wider price swings.
XOM is growing revenue faster at 35.8% — sustainability is the question.
XOM generates stronger free cash flow (18.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
XOM scores higher overall (76/100 vs 58/100) and 35.8% 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.
Hess Midstream Partners LP
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Hess Midstream LP owns, develops, operates and acquires midstream assets. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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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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