EOG Resources Inc (EOG)vsHowmet Aerospace Inc (HWM)
EOG
EOG Resources Inc
$143.21
+0.48%
ENERGY · Cap: $77.34B
HWM
Howmet Aerospace Inc
$241.58
+0.86%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $93.06B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
EOG Resources Inc generates 175% more annual revenue ($22.65B vs $8.25B). EOG leads profitability with a 22.0% profit margin vs 18.3%. HWM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.80. HWM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
EOG
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
HWM
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-90.6%
Fair Value
$62.02
Current Price
$143.21
$81.19 premium
Margin of Safety
-58.8%
Fair Value
$145.34
Current Price
$241.58
$96.24 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 30 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 26.3%
Earnings expanding 20.3% YoY
Areas to Watch
0.0% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 41.7%
Trading at 18.1x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EOG
The strongest argument for EOG centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.0% and operating margin at 16.9%.
Bull Case : HWM
The strongest argument for HWM centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, PEG Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.3% and operating margin at 26.3%. Revenue growth of 14.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : EOG
The primary concerns for EOG are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : HWM
The primary concerns for HWM are Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 62.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EOG profiles as a value stock while HWM is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
HWM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.19 — expect wider price swings.
HWM is growing revenue faster at 14.6% — sustainability is the question.
EOG generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HWM scores higher overall (69/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 18.3% margins and 14.6% 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.
EOG Resources Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
EOG Resources, Inc. is an American energy company engaged in hydrocarbon exploration. It is organized in Delaware and headquartered in the Heritage Plaza building in Houston, Texas.
Howmet Aerospace Inc
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Howmet Aerospace Inc. is an American aerospace company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The company manufactures components for jet engines, fasteners and titanium structures for aerospace applications, and forged aluminum wheels for heavy trucks.
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