ARKO Petroleum Corp. (APC)vsExxon Mobil Corp (XOM)
APC
ARKO Petroleum Corp.
$16.28
+0.25%
ENERGY · Cap: $1.23B
XOM
Exxon Mobil Corp
$168.54
+2.71%
ENERGY · Cap: $676.33B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Exxon Mobil Corp generates 5944% more annual revenue ($361.06B vs $5.97B). XOM leads profitability with a 9.1% profit margin vs 0.6%. APC trades at a lower P/E of 18.4x. XOM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
APC
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
XOM
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for APC.
Margin of Safety
-75.3%
Fair Value
$93.57
Current Price
$168.54
$74.97 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 27.4% year-over-year
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
ROE of 6.8% — below average capital efficiency
0.6% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.3%
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APC
The strongest argument for APC centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 27.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 1.38 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : APC
The primary concerns for APC are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 3.04 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 0.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : XOM
The primary concerns for XOM are Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APC profiles as a growth stock while XOM is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
XOM is growing revenue faster at 44.1% — 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 50/100) and 44.1% revenue growth. 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.
ARKO Petroleum Corp.
ENERGY · OIL & GAS REFINING & MARKETING · USA
Anadarko Petroleum Corporation is engaged in the exploration, development, production and marketing of oil and gas properties.
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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