Black Stone Minerals LP (BSM)vsOccidental Petroleum Corporation (OXY)
BSM
Black Stone Minerals LP
$14.76
-0.67%
ENERGY · Cap: $3.16B
OXY
Occidental Petroleum Corporation
$56.30
-1.64%
ENERGY · Cap: $61.44B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Occidental Petroleum Corporation generates 5548% more annual revenue ($23.93B vs $423.60M). BSM leads profitability with a 66.9% profit margin vs 30.3%. OXY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.23. OXY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 83/100 (A-).
BSM
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
OXY
Exceptional Buy83
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-53.5%
Fair Value
$9.90
Current Price
$14.76
$4.86 premium
Margin of Safety
+9.9%
Fair Value
$65.89
Current Price
$56.30
$9.59 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 67 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 95.4%
Every $100 of equity generates 28 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 45.4%
Revenue surging 53.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 965.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 12.0%
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BSM
The strongest argument for BSM centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 66.9% and operating margin at 95.4%. Revenue growth of 13.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : OXY
The strongest argument for OXY centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.3% and operating margin at 45.4%. Revenue growth of 53.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BSM
The primary concerns for BSM are Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : OXY
The primary concerns for OXY are Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BSM profiles as a mature stock while OXY is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
OXY carries more volatility with a beta of 0.16 — expect wider price swings.
OXY is growing revenue faster at 53.4% — sustainability is the question.
OXY generates stronger free cash flow (2.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
OXY scores higher overall (83/100 vs 65/100), backed by strong 30.3% margins and 53.4% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
Black Stone Minerals LP
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Black Stone Minerals, LP, owns and manages oil and natural gas mining interests. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
Occidental Petroleum Corporation
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Occidental Petroleum Corporation is an American company engaged in hydrocarbon exploration in the United States, the Middle East, and Colombia as well as petrochemical manufacturing in the United States, Canada, and Chile.
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