Baytex Energy Corp (BTE)vsOccidental Petroleum Corporation (OXY)
BTE
Baytex Energy Corp
$4.59
-1.31%
ENERGY · Cap: $3.20B
OXY
Occidental Petroleum Corporation
$56.86
-2.05%
ENERGY · Cap: $57.34B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Occidental Petroleum Corporation generates 1330% more annual revenue ($23.93B vs $1.67B). OXY leads profitability with a 30.3% profit margin vs -42.9%. OXY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 83/100 (A-).
BTE
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
OXY
Exceptional Buy83
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-5.5%
Fair Value
$4.34
Current Price
$4.59
$0.25 premium
Margin of Safety
+11.9%
Fair Value
$65.89
Current Price
$56.86
$9.03 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 40.8%
Revenue surging 51.3% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 21.1% YoY
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
ROE of -34.6% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Currently unprofitable
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BTE
The strongest argument for BTE centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 51.3% 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 : BTE
The primary concerns for BTE are Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : OXY
The primary concerns for OXY are Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BTE profiles as a hypergrowth stock while OXY is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
BTE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.57 — 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 57/100), 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.
Baytex Energy Corp
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Baytex Energy Corp. The company is headquartered in Calgary, Canada.
Visit Website →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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