APA Corporation (APA)vsDiamondback Energy Inc (FANG)
APA
APA Corporation
$39.11
+2.76%
ENERGY · Cap: $13.82B
FANG
Diamondback Energy Inc
$192.54
+1.17%
ENERGY · Cap: $54.31B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Diamondback Energy Inc generates 65% more annual revenue ($14.29B vs $8.69B). APA leads profitability with a 16.5% profit margin vs 11.6%. APA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 4.47. APA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
APA
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
FANG
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
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
-29.1%
Fair Value
$130.87
Current Price
$192.54
$61.67 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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 28.0%
Earnings declined 18.2%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 3.7% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : FANG
The strongest argument for FANG centers on Price/Book, Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : APA
The primary concerns for APA are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : FANG
The primary concerns for FANG are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.71 — expect wider price swings.
FANG is growing revenue faster at -9.4% — sustainability is the question.
FANG generates stronger free cash flow (1.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
APA scores higher overall (62/100 vs 45/100), backed by strong 16.5% margins. Both earn "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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