Chevron Corp (CVX)vsAlphabet Inc Class C (GOOG)
CVX
Chevron Corp
$181.62
-0.48%
ENERGY · Cap: $360.80B
GOOG
Alphabet Inc Class C
$397.05
+0.44%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $4.79T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alphabet Inc Class C generates 127% more annual revenue ($422.50B vs $185.73B). GOOG leads profitability with a 37.9% profit margin vs 5.9%. CVX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.11. GOOG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
CVX
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
GOOG
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-43.2%
Fair Value
$127.43
Current Price
$181.62
$54.19 premium
Margin of Safety
+2.2%
Fair Value
$404.18
Current Price
$397.05
$7.13 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 39 in profit
Keeps 38 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 36.1%
Earnings expanding 82.0% YoY
Generating 10.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
3.5% revenue growth
ROE of 7.2% — below average capital efficiency
5.9% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 11.6x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CVX
The strongest argument for CVX centers on Market Cap, Price/Book. PEG of 1.11 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : GOOG
The strongest argument for GOOG centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 37.9% and operating margin at 36.1%. Revenue growth of 21.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CVX
The primary concerns for CVX are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : GOOG
The primary concerns for GOOG are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CVX profiles as a value stock while GOOG is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
GOOG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.27 — expect wider price swings.
GOOG is growing revenue faster at 21.8% — sustainability is the question.
GOOG generates stronger free cash flow (10.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GOOG scores higher overall (73/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 37.9% margins and 21.8% 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.
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.
Alphabet Inc Class C
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · INTERNET CONTENT & INFORMATION · USA
Alphabet Inc. is an American multinational conglomerate headquartered in Mountain View, California. It was created through a restructuring of Google on October 2, 2015, and became the parent company of Google and several former Google subsidiaries. The two co-founders of Google remained as controlling shareholders, board members, and employees at Alphabet. Alphabet is the world's fourth-largest technology company by revenue and one of the world's most valuable companies.
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