National Fuel Gas Company (NFG)vsExxon Mobil Corp (XOM)
NFG
National Fuel Gas Company
$94.40
-0.40%
ENERGY · Cap: $8.97B
XOM
Exxon Mobil Corp
$163.26
-1.28%
ENERGY · Cap: $665.31B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Exxon Mobil Corp generates 13512% more annual revenue ($323.90B vs $2.38B). NFG leads profitability with a 27.5% profit margin vs 8.9%. NFG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.55. NFG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).
NFG
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
XOM
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+74.5%
Fair Value
$334.15
Current Price
$94.40
$239.75 discount
Margin of Safety
-262.4%
Fair Value
$45.63
Current Price
$163.26
$117.63 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 43.4%
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
18.6% revenue growth
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 5.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.0% earnings growth
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 1.3%
Earnings declined 11.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NFG
The strongest argument for NFG centers on Operating Margin, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.5% and operating margin at 43.4%. Revenue growth of 18.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : XOM
The strongest argument for XOM centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : NFG
The primary concerns for NFG are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : XOM
The primary concerns for XOM are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NFG profiles as a growth stock while XOM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
NFG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.56 — expect wider price swings.
NFG is growing revenue faster at 18.6% — sustainability is the question.
XOM generates stronger free cash flow (5.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NFG scores higher overall (79/100 vs 44/100), backed by strong 27.5% margins and 18.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
National Fuel Gas Company
ENERGY · OIL & GAS INTEGRATED · USA
National Fuel Gas Company is a diversified energy company. The company is headquartered in Williamsville, New York.
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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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