Occidental Petroleum Corporation (OXY)vsRiley Exploration Permian Inc (REPX)
OXY
Occidental Petroleum Corporation
$58.65
+1.93%
ENERGY · Cap: $58.77B
REPX
Riley Exploration Permian Inc
$34.72
-4.30%
ENERGY · Cap: $778.67M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Occidental Petroleum Corporation generates 5135% more annual revenue ($21.12B vs $403.40M). OXY leads profitability with a 22.4% profit margin vs 15.3%. OXY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.38. REPX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
OXY
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
REPX
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+3.5%
Fair Value
$59.00
Current Price
$58.65
$0.35 discount
Margin of Safety
+29.7%
Fair Value
$38.00
Current Price
$34.72
$3.28 discount
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
Strong operational efficiency at 38.4%
Earnings expanding 686.0% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Revenue declined 8.3%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : REPX
The strongest argument for REPX centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.3% and operating margin at 38.4%. Revenue growth of 11.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : REPX
The primary concerns for REPX are Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
OXY profiles as a declining stock while REPX is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
REPX carries more volatility with a beta of 0.89 — expect wider price swings.
REPX is growing revenue faster at 11.2% — sustainability is the question.
REPX generates stronger free cash flow (15M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
REPX scores higher overall (73/100 vs 65/100), backed by strong 15.3% margins and 11.2% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
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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