Occidental Petroleum Corporation (OXY)vsVermilion Energy Inc. (VET)
OXY
Occidental Petroleum Corporation
$53.03
-1.69%
ENERGY · Cap: $53.65B
VET
Vermilion Energy Inc.
$11.79
-0.59%
ENERGY · Cap: $2.02B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Occidental Petroleum Corporation generates 1141% more annual revenue ($21.12B vs $1.70B). OXY leads profitability with a 22.4% profit margin vs -38.4%. OXY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.21. OXY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
OXY
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
VET
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+28.5%
Fair Value
$66.05
Current Price
$53.03
$13.02 discount
Margin of Safety
+72.1%
Fair Value
$37.73
Current Price
$11.79
$25.94 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
Areas to Watch
ROE of 4.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Revenue declined 8.3%
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -14.5% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 94.9%
Currently unprofitable
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 1.21 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : VET
The strongest argument for VET centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : OXY
The primary concerns for OXY are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 72.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : VET
The primary concerns for VET are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
OXY profiles as a declining stock while VET is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
VET carries more volatility with a beta of 0.55 — expect wider price swings.
VET is growing revenue faster at 9.8% — sustainability is the question.
VET generates stronger free cash flow (93M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
OXY scores higher overall (65/100 vs 43/100), backed by strong 22.4% margins. VET offers better value entry with a 72.1% margin of safety. 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.
Vermilion Energy Inc.
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Vermilion Energy Inc. is engaged in the acquisition, exploration, development and production of oil and natural gas in North America, Europe and Australia. The company is headquartered in Calgary, Canada.
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