Pembina Pipeline Corp (PBA)vsExxon Mobil Corp (XOM)
PBA
Pembina Pipeline Corp
$45.12
+1.92%
ENERGY · Cap: $26.23B
XOM
Exxon Mobil Corp
$154.67
-0.22%
ENERGY · Cap: $642.90B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Exxon Mobil Corp generates 4064% more annual revenue ($323.90B vs $7.78B). PBA leads profitability with a 21.8% profit margin vs 8.9%. XOM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.38. PBA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
PBA
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
XOM
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-50.0%
Fair Value
$29.17
Current Price
$45.12
$15.95 premium
Margin of Safety
-46.3%
Fair Value
$105.46
Current Price
$154.67
$49.21 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 27.0%
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 10.8%
Earnings declined 14.9%
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 1.3%
Earnings declined 11.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PBA
The strongest argument for PBA centers on Profit Margin, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.8% and operating margin at 27.0%.
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 : PBA
The primary concerns for PBA are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : XOM
The primary concerns for XOM are Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PBA profiles as a declining stock while XOM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
PBA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.71 — 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
PBA scores higher overall (53/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 21.8% 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.
Pembina Pipeline Corp
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Pembina Pipeline Corporation provides transportation and midstream services for the energy industry. The company is headquartered in Calgary, Canada.
Exxon Mobil Corp
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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