APA Corporation (APA)vsDiamondback Energy Inc (FANG)
APA
APA Corporation
$38.22
-6.08%
ENERGY · Cap: $13.09B
FANG
Diamondback Energy Inc
$192.62
-5.09%
ENERGY · Cap: $56.94B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Diamondback Energy Inc generates 73% more annual revenue ($14.46B vs $8.37B). APA leads profitability with a 18.3% profit margin vs 2.0%. APA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.62. APA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 80/100 (B+).
APA
Strong Buy80
out of 100
Grade: B+
FANG
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+26.1%
Fair Value
$50.09
Current Price
$38.22
$11.87 discount
Margin of Safety
+41.1%
Fair Value
$286.80
Current Price
$192.62
$94.18 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 38.5%
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 32.2% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 11.9%
Distress zone — elevated risk
4.2% revenue growth
ROE of 1.1% — below average capital efficiency
2.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
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 18.3% and operating margin at 38.5%. PEG of 0.62 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : FANG
The strongest argument for FANG centers on Price/Book, Market Cap.
Bear Case : APA
The primary concerns for APA are Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : FANG
The primary concerns for FANG are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 208.7x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APA profiles as a declining stock while FANG is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
FANG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.44 — expect wider price swings.
FANG is growing revenue faster at 4.2% — sustainability is the question.
FANG generates stronger free cash flow (895M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
APA scores higher overall (80/100 vs 41/100), backed by strong 18.3% margins. FANG offers better value entry with a 41.1% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" 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
Diamondback Energy is a company engaged in hydrocarbon exploration and headquartered in Midland, Texas.
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