Expand Energy Corporation (EXE)vsDiamondback Energy Inc (FANG)
EXE
Expand Energy Corporation
$92.84
+0.96%
ENERGY · Cap: $21.77B
FANG
Diamondback Energy Inc
$188.04
-0.84%
ENERGY · Cap: $53.98B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Diamondback Energy Inc generates 29% more annual revenue ($16.37B vs $12.66B). EXE leads profitability with a 22.0% profit margin vs 9.0%. EXE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.56. FANG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
EXE
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
-21.3%
Fair Value
$77.55
Current Price
$92.84
$15.29 premium
Margin of Safety
+47.5%
Fair Value
$321.84
Current Price
$188.04
$133.80 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Strong operational efficiency at 26.3%
Generating 1.7B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 46.1%
Revenue surging 59.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 179.5% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 10.6%
Earnings declined 45.5%
ROE of 1.1% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EXE
The strongest argument for EXE centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.0% and operating margin at 26.3%.
Bull Case : FANG
The strongest argument for FANG centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 59.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : EXE
The primary concerns for EXE are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : FANG
The primary concerns for FANG are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 204.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EXE profiles as a declining stock while FANG is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
FANG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.42 — expect wider price swings.
FANG is growing revenue faster at 59.1% — sustainability is the question.
EXE generates stronger free cash flow (1.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FANG scores higher overall (69/100 vs 61/100) and 59.1% 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.
Expand Energy Corporation
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Expand Energy Corporation is an independent exploration and production company in the United States. The company is headquartered in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
Diamondback Energy Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Diamondback Energy is a company engaged in hydrocarbon exploration and headquartered in Midland, Texas.
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