Coterra Energy Inc (CTRA)vsOccidental Petroleum Corporation (OXY)
CTRA
Coterra Energy Inc
$32.56
-8.62%
ENERGY · Cap: $24.72B
OXY
Occidental Petroleum Corporation
$58.65
-3.70%
ENERGY · Cap: $58.77B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Occidental Petroleum Corporation generates 187% more annual revenue ($21.12B vs $7.35B). CTRA leads profitability with a 22.7% profit margin vs 22.4%. OXY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.38. OXY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
CTRA
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
OXY
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+69.8%
Fair Value
$104.65
Current Price
$32.56
$72.09 discount
Margin of Safety
+3.5%
Fair Value
$59.00
Current Price
$58.65
$0.35 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 28.2%
18.6% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 315.6% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Grey zone — moderate risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 10.3%
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Revenue declined 8.3%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CTRA
The strongest argument for CTRA centers on Profit Margin, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.7% and operating margin at 28.2%. Revenue growth of 18.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : OXY
The strongest argument for OXY centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.4% and operating margin at 17.7%. PEG of 1.38 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CTRA
The primary concerns for CTRA are Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : OXY
The primary concerns for OXY are Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth. A P/E of 79.8x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CTRA profiles as a growth stock while OXY is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
CTRA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.30 — expect wider price swings.
CTRA is growing revenue faster at 18.6% — sustainability is the question.
CTRA generates stronger free cash flow (991M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
OXY scores higher overall (65/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 22.4% margins. CTRA offers better value entry with a 69.8% margin of safety. 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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