ConocoPhillips (COP)vsNewmont Goldcorp Corp (NEM)
COP
ConocoPhillips
$128.93
-0.32%
ENERGY · Cap: $157.60B
NEM
Newmont Goldcorp Corp
$101.52
+2.52%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $108.06B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
ConocoPhillips generates 166% more annual revenue ($60.28B vs $22.67B). NEM leads profitability with a 31.2% profit margin vs 13.3%. NEM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.78. NEM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
COP
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
NEM
Strong Buy65
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
-184.1%
Fair Value
$43.86
Current Price
$101.52
$57.66 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
Keeps 31 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 58.1%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 6.8%
Earnings declined 39.0%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 4.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : COP
The strongest argument for COP centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : NEM
The strongest argument for NEM centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.2% and operating margin at 58.1%. Revenue growth of 20.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : COP
The primary concerns for COP are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : NEM
The primary concerns for NEM are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
COP profiles as a declining stock while NEM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
NEM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.39 — expect wider price swings.
NEM is growing revenue faster at 20.6% — sustainability is the question.
NEM generates stronger free cash flow (1.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NEM scores higher overall (65/100 vs 48/100), backed by strong 31.2% margins and 20.6% 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.
Newmont Goldcorp Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Newmont Corporation, based in Greenwood Village, Colorado, United States, is one of the largest gold mining companies in the world.
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