ConocoPhillips (COP)vsExpand Energy Corporation (EXE)
COP
ConocoPhillips
$128.93
-0.32%
ENERGY · Cap: $157.60B
EXE
Expand Energy Corporation
$113.92
+3.86%
ENERGY · Cap: $26.37B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
ConocoPhillips generates 418% more annual revenue ($60.28B vs $11.64B). EXE leads profitability with a 15.6% profit margin vs 13.3%. COP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 4.22. EXE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
COP
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
EXE
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-157.1%
Fair Value
$43.25
Current Price
$128.93
$85.68 premium
Margin of Safety
-100.9%
Fair Value
$51.48
Current Price
$113.92
$62.44 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 38.3% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 27.5%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 6.8%
Earnings declined 39.0%
0.0% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : COP
The strongest argument for COP centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : EXE
The strongest argument for EXE centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.6% and operating margin at 27.5%. Revenue growth of 38.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : COP
The primary concerns for COP are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : EXE
The primary concerns for EXE are EPS Growth, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
COP profiles as a declining stock while EXE is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
EXE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.47 — expect wider price swings.
EXE is growing revenue faster at 38.3% — sustainability is the question.
COP generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EXE scores higher overall (67/100 vs 48/100), backed by strong 15.6% margins and 38.3% 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.
ConocoPhillips
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
ConocoPhillips is an American multinational corporation engaged in hydrocarbon exploration. It is based in the Energy Corridor district of Houston, Texas.
Expand Energy Corporation
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Expand Energy Corporation is an independent exploration and production company in the United States. The company is headquartered in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
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