Occidental Petroleum Corporation (OXY)vsRiley Exploration Permian Inc (REPX)
OXY
Occidental Petroleum Corporation
$61.46
+0.49%
ENERGY · Cap: $61.44B
REPX
Riley Exploration Permian Inc
$43.51
+0.72%
ENERGY · Cap: $909.71M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Occidental Petroleum Corporation generates 4845% more annual revenue ($23.93B vs $483.86M). OXY leads profitability with a 30.3% profit margin vs 24.5%. OXY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.23. OXY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 83/100 (A-).
OXY
Exceptional Buy83
out of 100
Grade: A-
REPX
Exceptional Buy82
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+6.8%
Fair Value
$65.96
Current Price
$61.46
$4.50 discount
Margin of Safety
+40.8%
Fair Value
$45.17
Current Price
$43.51
$1.66 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 52.6%
Revenue surging 94.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 185.4% YoY
Keeps 25 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : REPX
The strongest argument for REPX centers on P/E Ratio, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.5% and operating margin at 52.6%. Revenue growth of 94.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : OXY
The primary concerns for OXY are Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : REPX
The primary concerns for REPX are Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
REPX carries more volatility with a beta of 0.95 — expect wider price swings.
REPX is growing revenue faster at 94.2% — sustainability is the question.
OXY generates stronger free cash flow (2.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor OIL & GAS E&P industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
OXY scores higher overall (83/100 vs 82/100), backed by strong 30.3% margins and 53.4% revenue growth. REPX offers better value entry with a 40.8% margin of safety. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" and "Exceptional 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.
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.
Riley Exploration Permian Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Riley Exploration Permian, Inc., an independent oil and natural gas company, is engaged in the acquisition, exploration, development and production of oil, natural gas and natural gas liquids primarily in the Permian Basin. The company is headquartered in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
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