Coterra Energy Inc (CTRA)vsOccidental Petroleum Corporation (OXY)
CTRA
Coterra Energy Inc
$35.18
+0.46%
ENERGY · Cap: $26.59B
OXY
Occidental Petroleum Corporation
$61.85
+0.98%
ENERGY · Cap: $60.74B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Occidental Petroleum Corporation generates 209% more annual revenue ($21.59B vs $6.99B). CTRA leads profitability with a 24.6% profit margin vs 10.8%. OXY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.49. CTRA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
CTRA
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
OXY
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+64.5%
Fair Value
$89.06
Current Price
$35.18
$53.88 discount
Margin of Safety
-414.6%
Fair Value
$9.18
Current Price
$61.85
$52.67 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 33.3%
Keeps 25 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 23.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 20.6% YoY
Revenue surging 148.9% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.9B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Grey zone — moderate risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 5.9% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CTRA
The strongest argument for CTRA centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.6% and operating margin at 33.3%. Revenue growth of 23.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : OXY
The strongest argument for OXY centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 148.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CTRA
The primary concerns for CTRA are Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : OXY
The primary concerns for OXY are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 45.4x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CTRA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.35 — expect wider price swings.
OXY is growing revenue faster at 148.9% — sustainability is the question.
OXY generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor OIL & GAS E&P industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CTRA scores higher overall (75/100 vs 53/100), backed by strong 24.6% margins and 23.4% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Coterra Energy Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Coterra Energy Inc., an independent oil and gas company, explores, exploits, develops, produces and markets oil and gas properties in the United States. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
Occidental Petroleum Corporation
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Occidental Petroleum Corporation is an American company engaged in hydrocarbon exploration in the United States, the Middle East, and Colombia as well as petrochemical manufacturing in the United States, Canada, and Chile.
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