World Kinect Corporation (WKC)vsExxon Mobil Corp (XOM)
WKC
World Kinect Corporation
$35.21
-0.40%
ENERGY · Cap: $1.81B
XOM
Exxon Mobil Corp
$165.99
+0.46%
ENERGY · Cap: $682.54B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Exxon Mobil Corp generates 766% more annual revenue ($361.06B vs $41.70B). XOM leads profitability with a 9.1% profit margin vs -0.4%. WKC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.32. XOM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
WKC
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
XOM
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+56.6%
Fair Value
$63.01
Current Price
$35.21
$27.80 discount
Margin of Safety
-78.3%
Fair Value
$93.12
Current Price
$165.99
$72.87 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 50.3% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Revenue surging 44.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 112.8% YoY
Generating 17.0B in free cash flow
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 0.8%
ROE of -47.1% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 19.3%
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : WKC
The strongest argument for WKC centers on Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 50.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.32 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : XOM
The strongest argument for XOM centers on Market Cap, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 44.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.42 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : WKC
The primary concerns for WKC are Market Cap, Operating Margin, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : XOM
The primary concerns for XOM are Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
WKC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.18 — expect wider price swings.
WKC is growing revenue faster at 50.3% — sustainability is the question.
XOM generates stronger free cash flow (17.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor OIL & GAS REFINING & MARKETING industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
XOM scores higher overall (74/100 vs 53/100) and 44.1% revenue growth. WKC offers better value entry with a 56.6% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.
World Kinect Corporation
ENERGY · OIL & GAS REFINING & MARKETING · USA
World Kinect Corporation engages in the distribution of fuel and related products and services in the aviation, marine and land transportation industries globally.
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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