Hess Midstream Partners LP (HESM)vsExxon Mobil Corp (XOM)
HESM
Hess Midstream Partners LP
$38.78
-1.00%
ENERGY · Cap: $8.16B
XOM
Exxon Mobil Corp
$161.28
+1.59%
ENERGY · Cap: $682.54B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Exxon Mobil Corp generates 22268% more annual revenue ($361.06B vs $1.61B). HESM leads profitability with a 23.2% profit margin vs 9.1%. XOM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.42. XOM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
HESM
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
XOM
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-15.4%
Fair Value
$31.55
Current Price
$38.78
$7.23 premium
Margin of Safety
-74.9%
Fair Value
$93.36
Current Price
$161.28
$67.92 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 71 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 63.5%
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Revenue surging 44.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 112.8% YoY
Generating 17.0B in free cash flow
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 9.7x book value
1.4% earnings growth
Revenue declined 3.7%
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HESM
The strongest argument for HESM centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Profit 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 44.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.42 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : HESM
The primary concerns for HESM are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 7.15 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : XOM
The primary concerns for XOM are Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HESM profiles as a declining stock while XOM is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
HESM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.50 — expect wider price swings.
XOM is growing revenue faster at 44.1% — sustainability is the question.
XOM generates stronger free cash flow (17.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
XOM scores higher overall (74/100 vs 58/100) and 44.1% 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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