Valaris Ltd (VAL)vsExxon Mobil Corp (XOM)
VAL
Valaris Ltd
$88.54
-4.70%
ENERGY · Cap: $6.23B
XOM
Exxon Mobil Corp
$149.92
-2.08%
ENERGY · Cap: $584.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Exxon Mobil Corp generates 14627% more annual revenue ($326.01B vs $2.21B). VAL leads profitability with a 45.4% profit margin vs 7.8%. VAL trades at a lower P/E of 6.4x. VAL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
VAL
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
XOM
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for VAL.
Margin of Safety
-67.7%
Fair Value
$82.16
Current Price
$149.92
$67.76 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Keeps 45 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 446.6% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
Revenue declined 25.0%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
2.6% revenue growth
7.8% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 43.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : VAL
The strongest argument for VAL centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 45.4% and operating margin at 5.3%.
Bull Case : XOM
The strongest argument for XOM centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. PEG of 1.22 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : VAL
The primary concerns for VAL are Revenue Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : XOM
The primary concerns for XOM are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
VAL profiles as a declining stock while XOM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
VAL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.90 — expect wider price swings.
XOM is growing revenue faster at 2.6% — sustainability is the question.
XOM generates stronger free cash flow (2.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VAL scores higher overall (62/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 45.4% 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.
Valaris Ltd
ENERGY · OIL & GAS DRILLING · USA
Valaris Limited provides offshore contract drilling services in various water depths for the oil and gas industry globally. The company is headquartered in Hamilton, Bermuda.
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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