EOG Resources Inc (EOG)vsWaters Corporation (WAT)
EOG
EOG Resources Inc
$130.03
-0.66%
ENERGY · Cap: $69.26B
WAT
Waters Corporation
$355.13
+1.32%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $34.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
EOG Resources Inc generates 525% more annual revenue ($23.57B vs $3.77B). EOG leads profitability with a 23.3% profit margin vs 11.9%. EOG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.40. EOG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 80/100 (A-).
EOG
Exceptional Buy80
out of 100
Grade: A-
WAT
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+51.4%
Fair Value
$243.17
Current Price
$130.03
$113.14 discount
Margin of Safety
-63.1%
Fair Value
$201.83
Current Price
$355.13
$153.30 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 37.9%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
15.6% revenue growth
Revenue surging 91.5% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 8.3x book value
ROE of 5.2% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EOG
The strongest argument for EOG centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.3% and operating margin at 37.9%. Revenue growth of 15.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WAT
The strongest argument for WAT centers on Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 91.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : EOG
The primary concerns for EOG are Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : WAT
The primary concerns for WAT are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity. A P/E of 44.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
WAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.14 — expect wider price swings.
WAT is growing revenue faster at 91.5% — sustainability is the question.
EOG generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
EOG scores higher overall (80/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 23.3% margins and 15.6% revenue growth. 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.
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.
Waters Corporation
HEALTHCARE · DIAGNOSTICS & RESEARCH · USA
Waters Corporation is a publicly traded Analytical Laboratory instrument and software company headquartered in Milford, Massachusetts.
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