Crossamerica Partners LP (CAPL)vsChevron Corp (CVX)
CAPL
Crossamerica Partners LP
$22.10
+1.56%
ENERGY · Cap: $844.36M
CVX
Chevron Corp
$187.31
+0.75%
ENERGY · Cap: $373.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Chevron Corp generates 5479% more annual revenue ($185.74B vs $3.33B). CVX leads profitability with a 5.9% profit margin vs 1.8%. CAPL trades at a lower P/E of 14.9x. CVX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
CAPL
Avoid35
out of 100
Grade: F
CVX
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 75 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
1.8% margin — thin
Operating margin of 2.5%
Revenue declined 2.0%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.3% revenue growth
ROE of 6.0% — below average capital efficiency
5.9% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CAPL
The strongest argument for CAPL centers on Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio.
Bull Case : CVX
The strongest argument for CVX centers on Market Cap, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.81 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CAPL
The primary concerns for CAPL are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 1.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : CVX
The primary concerns for CVX are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CVX carries more volatility with a beta of 0.50 — expect wider price swings.
CVX is growing revenue faster at 2.3% — sustainability is the question.
CAPL generates stronger free cash flow (24M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor OIL & GAS REFINING & MARKETING industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CVX scores higher overall (51/100 vs 35/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Crossamerica Partners LP
ENERGY · OIL & GAS REFINING & MARKETING · USA
CrossAmerica Partners LP is engaged in the wholesale distribution of motor fuels, the operation of convenience stores, and the ownership and lease of real estate used in the retail distribution of motor fuels in the United States. The company is headquartered in Allentown, Pennsylvania.
Chevron Corp
ENERGY · OIL & GAS INTEGRATED · USA
Chevron Corporation is an American multinational energy corporation. One of the successor companies of Standard Oil, it is headquartered in San Ramon, California, and active in more than 180 countries. Chevron is engaged in every aspect of the oil and natural gas industries, including hydrocarbon exploration and production; refining, marketing and transport; chemicals manufacturing and sales; and power generation.
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