Diamondback Energy Inc (FANG)vsKimbell Royalty Partners LP (KRP)
FANG
Diamondback Energy Inc
$204.97
-0.20%
ENERGY · Cap: $57.40B
KRP
Kimbell Royalty Partners LP
$14.90
-1.32%
ENERGY · Cap: $1.94B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Diamondback Energy Inc generates 4612% more annual revenue ($16.25B vs $344.86M). KRP leads profitability with a 25.9% profit margin vs 9.0%. KRP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.36. KRP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B-).
FANG
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
KRP
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+47.0%
Fair Value
$318.64
Current Price
$204.97
$113.67 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for KRP.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Strong operational efficiency at 56.1%
Revenue surging 37.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 1889.0% YoY
Keeps 26 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 4.2% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FANG
The strongest argument for FANG centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 52.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : KRP
The strongest argument for KRP centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 25.9% and operating margin at 56.1%. Revenue growth of 37.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FANG
The primary concerns for FANG are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : KRP
The primary concerns for KRP are PEG Ratio, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FANG profiles as a hypergrowth stock while KRP is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
FANG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.41 — 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
KRP scores higher overall (70/100 vs 69/100), backed by strong 25.9% margins and 37.8% revenue growth. FANG offers better value entry with a 47.0% 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.
Diamondback Energy Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Diamondback Energy is a company engaged in hydrocarbon exploration and headquartered in Midland, Texas.
Kimbell Royalty Partners LP
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Kimbell Royalty Partners, LP, acquires and owns mineral and royalty interests in oil and natural gas properties in the United States. The company is headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas.
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