Equinor ASA ADR (EQNR)vsMarathon Petroleum Corp (MPC)
EQNR
Equinor ASA ADR
$36.69
-0.60%
ENERGY · Cap: $91.44B
MPC
Marathon Petroleum Corp
$252.48
+3.11%
ENERGY · Cap: $70.72B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Marathon Petroleum Corp generates 30% more annual revenue ($135.95B vs $104.26B). EQNR leads profitability with a 5.3% profit margin vs 3.4%. EQNR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.93. MPC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
EQNR
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
MPC
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+46.5%
Fair Value
$53.41
Current Price
$36.69
$16.72 discount
Margin of Safety
+33.8%
Fair Value
$315.22
Current Price
$252.48
$62.74 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 31.5%
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 29.2% YoY
Generating 2.1B in free cash flow
Earnings expanding 350.7% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 28 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
5.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 5.3%
3.4% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.6%
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EQNR
The strongest argument for EQNR centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.93 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MPC
The strongest argument for MPC centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity. PEG of 0.98 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : EQNR
The primary concerns for EQNR are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : MPC
The primary concerns for MPC are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Thin 3.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MPC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.53 — expect wider price swings.
MPC is growing revenue faster at 8.8% — sustainability is the question.
EQNR generates stronger free cash flow (2.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor OIL & GAS INTEGRATED industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
MPC scores higher overall (69/100 vs 65/100). EQNR offers better value entry with a 46.5% margin of safety. 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.
Equinor ASA ADR
ENERGY · OIL & GAS INTEGRATED · USA
Equinor ASA, an energy company, is engaged in the exploration, production, transportation, refining and marketing of petroleum and petroleum products and other forms of energy, as well as other companies in Norway and internationally. The company is headquartered in Stavanger, Norway.
Marathon Petroleum Corp
ENERGY · OIL & GAS REFINING & MARKETING · USA
Marathon Petroleum Corporation is an American petroleum refining, marketing, and transportation company headquartered in Findlay, Ohio.
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