APA Corporation (APA)vsEOG Resources Inc (EOG)
APA
APA Corporation
$39.11
+2.76%
ENERGY · Cap: $13.82B
EOG
EOG Resources Inc
$138.73
-0.06%
ENERGY · Cap: $75.27B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
EOG Resources Inc generates 161% more annual revenue ($22.65B vs $8.69B). EOG leads profitability with a 22.0% profit margin vs 16.5%. EOG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.64. APA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
APA
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
EOG
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-4.2%
Fair Value
$27.13
Current Price
$39.11
$11.98 premium
Margin of Safety
-90.8%
Fair Value
$61.95
Current Price
$138.73
$76.78 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 30.6%
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 28.0%
Earnings declined 18.2%
0.0% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 41.7%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APA
The strongest argument for APA centers on P/E Ratio, Operating Margin, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.5% and operating margin at 30.6%.
Bull Case : EOG
The strongest argument for EOG centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.0% and operating margin at 16.9%.
Bear Case : APA
The primary concerns for APA are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : EOG
The primary concerns for EOG are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APA profiles as a declining stock while EOG is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
APA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.71 — expect wider price swings.
EOG is growing revenue faster at 0.0% — sustainability is the question.
EOG generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
APA scores higher overall (62/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 16.5% 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.
APA Corporation
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
APA Corporation is the holding company for Apache Corporation, a company engaged in hydrocarbon exploration. It is organized in Delaware and headquartered in Houston.
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ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
EOG Resources, Inc. is an American energy company engaged in hydrocarbon exploration. It is organized in Delaware and headquartered in the Heritage Plaza building in Houston, Texas.
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