Devon Energy Corporation (DVN)vsExxon Mobil Corp (XOM)
DVN
Devon Energy Corporation
$50.23
+0.42%
ENERGY · Cap: $53.24B
XOM
Exxon Mobil Corp
$165.99
+0.46%
ENERGY · Cap: $682.54B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Exxon Mobil Corp generates 1822% more annual revenue ($361.06B vs $18.78B). DVN leads profitability with a 17.5% profit margin vs 9.1%. XOM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.42. DVN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).
DVN
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
XOM
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-42.8%
Fair Value
$34.30
Current Price
$50.23
$15.93 premium
Margin of Safety
-78.3%
Fair Value
$93.12
Current Price
$165.99
$72.87 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 41.1%
Revenue surging 64.2% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Revenue surging 44.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 112.8% YoY
Generating 17.0B in free cash flow
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 7.9% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DVN
The strongest argument for DVN centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.5% and operating margin at 41.1%. Revenue growth of 64.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : XOM
The strongest argument for XOM centers on Market Cap, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 44.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.42 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : DVN
The primary concerns for DVN are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : XOM
The primary concerns for XOM are Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DVN profiles as a growth stock while XOM is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
DVN carries more volatility with a beta of 0.43 — expect wider price swings.
DVN is growing revenue faster at 64.2% — sustainability is the question.
XOM generates stronger free cash flow (17.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DVN scores higher overall (79/100 vs 74/100), backed by strong 17.5% margins and 64.2% 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.
Devon Energy Corporation
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Devon Energy Corporation is an American energy company engaged in hydrocarbon exploration in the American market.
Exxon Mobil Corp
ENERGY · OIL & GAS INTEGRATED · USA
Exxon Mobil Corporation, stylized as ExxonMobil, is an American multinational oil and gas corporation headquartered in Irving, Texas. It is the largest direct descendant of John D. Rockefeller's Standard Oil, and was formed on November 30, 1999 by the merger of Exxon (formerly the Standard Oil Company of New Jersey) and Mobil (formerly the Standard Oil Company of New York). ExxonMobil's primary brands are Exxon, Mobil, Esso, and ExxonMobil Chemical. ExxonMobil is incorporated in New Jersey.
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