Evolution Petroleum Corporation Inc (EPM)vsExxon Mobil Corp (XOM)
EPM
Evolution Petroleum Corporation Inc
$3.65
+2.82%
ENERGY · Cap: $137.20M
XOM
Exxon Mobil Corp
$152.95
-1.16%
ENERGY · Cap: $638.16B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Exxon Mobil Corp generates 433642% more annual revenue ($361.06B vs $83.24M). XOM leads profitability with a 9.1% profit margin vs -4.4%. EPM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.69. XOM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
EPM
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
XOM
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+89.5%
Fair Value
$40.37
Current Price
$3.65
$36.72 discount
Margin of Safety
-65.4%
Fair Value
$91.66
Current Price
$152.94
$61.28 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Revenue surging 44.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 112.8% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -6.2% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 10.6%
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EPM
The strongest argument for EPM centers on Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.69 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 1.32 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : EPM
The primary concerns for EPM are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : XOM
The primary concerns for XOM are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EPM profiles as a turnaround stock while XOM is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
EPM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.27 — expect wider price swings.
XOM is growing revenue faster at 44.1% — sustainability is the question.
XOM generates stronger free cash flow (2.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
XOM scores higher overall (72/100 vs 36/100) and 44.1% revenue growth. EPM offers better value entry with a 89.5% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Evolution Petroleum Corporation Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Evolution Petroleum Corporation, an oil and gas company, is engaged in the development, production, ownership and management of oil and gas properties in the United States. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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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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