BP PLC ADR (BP)vsExxon Mobil Corp (XOM)
BP
BP PLC ADR
$45.86
+2.80%
ENERGY · Cap: $112.33B
XOM
Exxon Mobil Corp
$157.59
+0.36%
ENERGY · Cap: $661.72B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Exxon Mobil Corp generates 73% more annual revenue ($323.90B vs $187.64B). XOM leads profitability with a 8.9% profit margin vs 3.0%. BP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.18. BP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
BP
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
XOM
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-4001.1%
Fair Value
$0.94
Current Price
$45.86
$44.92 premium
Margin of Safety
-247.2%
Fair Value
$45.56
Current Price
$157.59
$112.03 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 500.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 4.1B in free cash flow
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 5.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Trading at 13.3x book value
3.6% revenue growth
ROE of 1.7% — below average capital efficiency
3.0% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 130.0%
Earnings declined 11.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BP
The strongest argument for BP centers on PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Market Cap. PEG of 0.18 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : XOM
The strongest argument for XOM centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : BP
The primary concerns for BP are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity. A P/E of 2192.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : XOM
The primary concerns for XOM are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
XOM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.35 — expect wider price swings.
BP is growing revenue faster at 3.6% — sustainability is the question.
XOM generates stronger free cash flow (5.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor OIL & GAS INTEGRATED industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
BP scores higher overall (54/100 vs 44/100). 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.
BP PLC ADR
ENERGY · OIL & GAS INTEGRATED · USA
BP plc participates in the energy business globally. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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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