USA Compression Partners LP (USAC)vsExxon Mobil Corp (XOM)
USAC
USA Compression Partners LP
$27.85
-2.69%
ENERGY · Cap: $3.88B
XOM
Exxon Mobil Corp
$149.92
+0.28%
ENERGY · Cap: $619.92B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Exxon Mobil Corp generates 29971% more annual revenue ($326.01B vs $1.08B). USAC leads profitability with a 11.9% profit margin vs 7.8%. XOM trades at a lower P/E of 25.2x. USAC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
USAC
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
XOM
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+45.1%
Fair Value
$49.24
Current Price
$27.85
$21.39 discount
Margin of Safety
-82.9%
Fair Value
$81.96
Current Price
$149.92
$67.96 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 41 in profit
Revenue surging 35.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 95.8% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 28.6%
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 2.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Elevated debt levels
Moderate valuation
2.6% revenue growth
7.8% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : USAC
The strongest argument for USAC centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 35.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : USAC
The primary concerns for USAC are P/E Ratio, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 9.45 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : XOM
The primary concerns for XOM are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
USAC profiles as a growth stock while XOM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
XOM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.18 — expect wider price swings.
USAC is growing revenue faster at 35.1% — sustainability is the question.
XOM generates stronger free cash flow (2.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
USAC scores higher overall (64/100 vs 50/100) and 35.1% revenue growth. 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.
USA Compression Partners LP
ENERGY · OIL & GAS EQUIPMENT & SERVICES · USA
USA Compression Partners, LP, provides compression services under fixed-term contracts to oil companies and independent producers, processors, collectors and transporters of natural gas and crude oil. The company is headquartered in Austin, Texas.
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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