ConocoPhillips (COP)vsOvintiv Inc (OVV)
COP
ConocoPhillips
$119.27
+1.40%
ENERGY · Cap: $142.38B
OVV
Ovintiv Inc
$59.27
+1.63%
ENERGY · Cap: $16.14B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
ConocoPhillips generates 570% more annual revenue ($59.38B vs $8.87B). COP leads profitability with a 12.3% profit margin vs 8.7%. COP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.98. OVV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
COP
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
OVV
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 22.1%
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 29.2%
Areas to Watch
Revenue declined 5.3%
Earnings declined 20.2%
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 6.7% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 70.3%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : COP
The strongest argument for COP centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.98 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : OVV
The strongest argument for OVV centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : COP
The primary concerns for COP are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : OVV
The primary concerns for OVV are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
COP profiles as a declining stock while OVV is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
OVV carries more volatility with a beta of 0.53 — expect wider price swings.
OVV is growing revenue faster at 8.5% — sustainability is the question.
COP generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
OVV scores higher overall (59/100 vs 58/100). Both earn "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.
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.
Ovintiv Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Ovintiv Inc., is dedicated to the exploration, development, production and commercialization of natural gas, petroleum and natural gas liquids. The company is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.
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