Occidental Petroleum Corporation (OXY)vsRing Energy Inc (REI)
OXY
Occidental Petroleum Corporation
$58.65
-3.70%
ENERGY · Cap: $58.77B
REI
Ring Energy Inc
$1.35
-0.74%
ENERGY · Cap: $319.86M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Occidental Petroleum Corporation generates 7246% more annual revenue ($21.12B vs $287.48M). OXY leads profitability with a 22.4% profit margin vs -92.0%. OXY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.38. OXY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
OXY
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
REI
Hold37
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+3.5%
Fair Value
$59.00
Current Price
$58.65
$0.35 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for REI.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 315.6% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Revenue declined 8.3%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -42.5% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : OXY
The strongest argument for OXY centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.4% and operating margin at 17.7%. PEG of 1.38 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : REI
The strongest argument for REI centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : OXY
The primary concerns for OXY are Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth. A P/E of 79.8x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : REI
The primary concerns for REI are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
OXY profiles as a declining stock while REI is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
REI carries more volatility with a beta of 0.78 — expect wider price swings.
REI is growing revenue faster at -7.1% — sustainability is the question.
REI generates stronger free cash flow (-9M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
OXY scores higher overall (65/100 vs 37/100), backed by strong 22.4% margins. 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.
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.
Ring Energy Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Ring Energy, Inc., an exploration and production company, is engaged in the acquisition, exploration, development and production of oil and natural gas in Texas and New Mexico. The company is headquartered in Midland, Texas.
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