Vaalco Energy Inc (EGY)vsOccidental Petroleum Corporation (OXY)
EGY
Vaalco Energy Inc
$6.32
+1.20%
ENERGY · Cap: $630.10M
OXY
Occidental Petroleum Corporation
$61.46
+0.49%
ENERGY · Cap: $61.44B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Occidental Petroleum Corporation generates 6740% more annual revenue ($23.93B vs $349.81M). OXY leads profitability with a 30.3% profit margin vs -31.1%. OXY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.23. OXY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 83/100 (A-).
EGY
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
OXY
Exceptional Buy83
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+48.7%
Fair Value
$9.73
Current Price
$6.32
$3.41 discount
Margin of Safety
+6.8%
Fair Value
$65.96
Current Price
$61.46
$4.50 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 47.5%
Revenue surging 39.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 389.6% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 45.4%
Revenue surging 53.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 965.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -28.6% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EGY
The strongest argument for EGY centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 39.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : OXY
The strongest argument for OXY centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.3% and operating margin at 45.4%. Revenue growth of 53.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : EGY
The primary concerns for EGY are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : OXY
The primary concerns for OXY are Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EGY profiles as a hypergrowth stock while OXY is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
OXY carries more volatility with a beta of 0.16 — expect wider price swings.
OXY is growing revenue faster at 53.4% — sustainability is the question.
OXY generates stronger free cash flow (2.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
OXY scores higher overall (83/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 30.3% margins and 53.4% revenue growth. EGY offers better value entry with a 48.7% margin of safety. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
Vaalco Energy Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
VAALCO Energy, Inc., an independent energy company, acquires, explores, develops and produces crude oil and natural gas. 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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