Natural Resource Partners LP (NRP)vsExxon Mobil Corp (XOM)
NRP
Natural Resource Partners LP
$118.16
+0.99%
ENERGY · Cap: $1.53B
XOM
Exxon Mobil Corp
$154.33
-0.22%
ENERGY · Cap: $642.90B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Exxon Mobil Corp generates 159980% more annual revenue ($323.90B vs $202.34M). NRP leads profitability with a 66.0% profit margin vs 8.9%. XOM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.38. NRP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
NRP
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
XOM
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NRP.
Margin of Safety
-46.3%
Fair Value
$105.46
Current Price
$154.33
$48.87 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 66 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 69.9%
Every $100 of equity generates 23 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 25.3%
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 1.3%
Earnings declined 11.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NRP
The strongest argument for NRP centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 66.0% and operating margin at 69.9%.
Bull Case : XOM
The strongest argument for XOM centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. PEG of 1.38 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : NRP
The primary concerns for NRP are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : XOM
The primary concerns for XOM are Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NRP profiles as a declining stock while XOM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
XOM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.29 — expect wider price swings.
XOM is growing revenue faster at -1.3% — sustainability is the question.
XOM generates stronger free cash flow (5.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NRP scores higher overall (52/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 66.0% margins. Both earn "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.
Natural Resource Partners LP
ENERGY · THERMAL COAL · USA
Natural Resource Partners LP, owns, manages and leases a portfolio of mineral properties in the United States. 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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