California Resources Corp (CRC)vsChevron Corp (CVX)
CRC
California Resources Corp
$68.01
+2.10%
ENERGY · Cap: $6.03B
CVX
Chevron Corp
$193.31
+0.57%
ENERGY · Cap: $382.88B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Chevron Corp generates 5326% more annual revenue ($184.65B vs $3.40B). CRC leads profitability with a 10.7% profit margin vs 6.7%. CRC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.24. CRC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
CRC
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
CVX
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+9.8%
Fair Value
$62.97
Current Price
$68.01
$5.04 discount
Margin of Safety
-54.6%
Fair Value
$125.03
Current Price
$193.31
$68.28 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 5.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Grey zone — moderate risk
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 13.8%
Earnings declined 61.5%
Moderate valuation
ROE of 7.2% — below average capital efficiency
6.7% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CRC
The strongest argument for CRC centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.24 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : CVX
The strongest argument for CVX centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Free Cash Flow. PEG of 1.08 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CRC
The primary concerns for CRC are Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : CVX
The primary concerns for CVX are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CRC profiles as a declining stock while CVX is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CRC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.03 — expect wider price swings.
CVX is growing revenue faster at -8.2% — sustainability is the question.
CVX generates stronger free cash flow (5.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CRC scores higher overall (60/100 vs 46/100). Both earn "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.
California Resources Corp
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
California Resources Corporation is an independent oil and natural gas exploration and production company in the state of California. The company is headquartered in Santa Clarita, California.
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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