Chevron Corp (CVX)vsPlains All American Pipeline LP (PAA)
CVX
Chevron Corp
$214.06
+0.61%
ENERGY · Cap: $419.90B
PAA
Plains All American Pipeline LP
$26.10
+1.50%
ENERGY · Cap: $18.32B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Chevron Corp generates 300% more annual revenue ($209.38B vs $52.30B). CVX leads profitability with a 9.8% profit margin vs 5.3%. CVX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.94. CVX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
CVX
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
PAA
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-89.2%
Fair Value
$113.12
Current Price
$214.06
$100.94 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PAA.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Revenue surging 53.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 321.9% YoY
Generating 18.1B in free cash flow
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 66.3% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 1077.0% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
5.3% margin — thin
Operating margin of 2.8%
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CVX
The strongest argument for CVX centers on Market Cap, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 53.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.94 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : PAA
The strongest argument for PAA centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Return on Equity. Revenue growth of 66.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CVX
The primary concerns for CVX are Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : PAA
The primary concerns for PAA are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CVX carries more volatility with a beta of 0.49 — expect wider price swings.
PAA is growing revenue faster at 66.3% — sustainability is the question.
CVX generates stronger free cash flow (18.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor OIL & GAS INTEGRATED industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CVX scores higher overall (77/100 vs 68/100) and 53.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Plains All American Pipeline LP
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Plains All American Pipeline, LP, is engaged in the transportation, completion, storage and collection of crude oil and natural gas liquids (NGL) through pipelines in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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