Live Ventures Inc (LIVE)vsExxon Mobil Corp (XOM)
LIVE
Live Ventures Inc
$13.25
+0.61%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $40.70M
XOM
Exxon Mobil Corp
$144.57
-1.37%
ENERGY · Cap: $607.57B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Exxon Mobil Corp generates 73661% more annual revenue ($326.01B vs $441.98M). XOM leads profitability with a 7.8% profit margin vs 5.0%. LIVE trades at a lower P/E of 2.8x. XOM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (C-).
LIVE
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
XOM
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+89.0%
Fair Value
$177.00
Current Price
$13.25
$163.75 discount
Margin of Safety
-34.9%
Fair Value
$107.20
Current Price
$144.57
$37.37 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 2.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
5.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.2%
Elevated debt levels
2.6% revenue growth
7.8% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 43.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LIVE
The strongest argument for LIVE centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity.
Bull Case : XOM
The strongest argument for XOM centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. PEG of 1.42 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : LIVE
The primary concerns for LIVE are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : XOM
The primary concerns for XOM are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LIVE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.06 — expect wider price swings.
XOM is growing revenue faster at 2.6% — sustainability is the question.
XOM generates stronger free cash flow (2.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
XOM scores higher overall (50/100 vs 44/100). LIVE offers better value entry with a 89.0% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Live Ventures Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · HOME IMPROVEMENT RETAIL · USA
Live Ventures Incorporated is engaged in flooring manufacturing, steel fabrication and retail businesses in the United States. The company is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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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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