Diamondback Energy Inc (FANG)vsExxon Mobil Corp (XOM)
FANG
Diamondback Energy Inc
$178.96
-0.35%
ENERGY · Cap: $59.39B
XOM
Exxon Mobil Corp
$165.87
+0.34%
ENERGY · Cap: $763.79B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Exxon Mobil Corp generates 2290% more annual revenue ($388.29B vs $16.25B). XOM leads profitability with a 10.5% profit margin vs 9.0%. XOM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.52. XOM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
FANG
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
XOM
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+46.5%
Fair Value
$315.68
Current Price
$178.96
$136.72 discount
Margin of Safety
-62.2%
Fair Value
$102.28
Current Price
$165.87
$63.59 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 48.5%
Revenue surging 52.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 179.5% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 2.6B in free cash flow
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Revenue surging 35.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 111.4% YoY
Generating 18.5B in free cash flow
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
ROE of 4.2% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FANG
The strongest argument for FANG centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 52.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : XOM
The strongest argument for XOM centers on Market Cap, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 35.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FANG
The primary concerns for FANG are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 40.4x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : XOM
The primary concerns for XOM are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FANG profiles as a hypergrowth stock while XOM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
FANG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.54 — expect wider price swings.
FANG is growing revenue faster at 52.5% — sustainability is the question.
XOM generates stronger free cash flow (18.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
XOM scores higher overall (76/100 vs 69/100) and 35.8% revenue growth. FANG 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.
Diamondback Energy Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Diamondback Energy is a company engaged in hydrocarbon exploration and headquartered in Midland, Texas.
Exxon Mobil Corp
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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