Mexco Energy Corporation (MXC)vsOccidental Petroleum Corporation (OXY)
MXC
Mexco Energy Corporation
$10.30
-2.97%
ENERGY · Cap: $20.40M
OXY
Occidental Petroleum Corporation
$58.21
-0.21%
ENERGY · Cap: $58.31B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Occidental Petroleum Corporation generates 352396% more annual revenue ($23.93B vs $6.79M). OXY leads profitability with a 30.3% profit margin vs 23.1%. MXC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.63. OXY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 83/100 (A-).
MXC
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
OXY
Exceptional Buy83
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MXC.
Margin of Safety
+11.6%
Fair Value
$65.81
Current Price
$58.20
$7.61 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 103.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 6.7% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MXC
The strongest argument for MXC centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.1% and operating margin at 28.6%. Revenue growth of 12.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : MXC
The primary concerns for MXC are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : OXY
The primary concerns for OXY are Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MXC profiles as a mature stock while OXY is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MXC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.34 — 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 68/100), backed by strong 30.3% margins and 53.4% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" and "Strong 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.
Mexco Energy Corporation
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Mexco Energy Corporation, an independent oil and gas company, is engaged in the acquisition, exploration, development, and production of natural gas, crude oil, condensate, and natural gas liquids in the United States. The company is headquartered in Midland, Texas.
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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