EQT Corporation (EQT)vsDiamondback Energy Inc (FANG)
EQT
EQT Corporation
$54.07
-1.58%
ENERGY · Cap: $34.51B
FANG
Diamondback Energy Inc
$204.97
-0.20%
ENERGY · Cap: $57.40B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Diamondback Energy Inc generates 75% more annual revenue ($16.25B vs $9.29B). EQT leads profitability with a 29.2% profit margin vs 9.0%. EQT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.82. FANG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
EQT
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
FANG
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+7.6%
Fair Value
$59.67
Current Price
$54.07
$5.60 discount
Margin of Safety
+47.0%
Fair Value
$318.64
Current Price
$204.97
$113.67 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 23.4%
Strong operational efficiency at 48.5%
Revenue surging 52.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 179.5% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 2.6B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Revenue declined 3.9%
Earnings declined 74.0%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 4.2% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EQT
The strongest argument for EQT centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.2% and operating margin at 23.4%.
Bull Case : FANG
The strongest argument for FANG centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 52.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : EQT
The primary concerns for EQT are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : FANG
The primary concerns for FANG are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EQT profiles as a declining stock while FANG is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
EQT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.58 — expect wider price swings.
FANG is growing revenue faster at 52.5% — sustainability is the question.
FANG generates stronger free cash flow (2.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FANG scores higher overall (69/100 vs 61/100) and 52.5% 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.
EQT Corporation
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
EQT Corporation is a natural gas production company in the United States. The company is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Diamondback Energy is a company engaged in hydrocarbon exploration and headquartered in Midland, Texas.
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