Diamondback Energy Inc (FANG)vsExxon Mobil Corp (XOM)
FANG
Diamondback Energy Inc
$196.02
-0.53%
ENERGY · Cap: $55.59B
XOM
Exxon Mobil Corp
$163.26
-1.28%
ENERGY · Cap: $665.31B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Exxon Mobil Corp generates 2166% more annual revenue ($323.90B vs $14.29B). FANG leads profitability with a 11.6% profit margin vs 8.9%. XOM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.02. FANG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 45/100 (D+).
FANG
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
XOM
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-29.4%
Fair Value
$130.64
Current Price
$196.02
$65.38 premium
Margin of Safety
-262.4%
Fair Value
$45.63
Current Price
$163.26
$117.63 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.4B in free cash flow
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 5.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 3.7% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 1.3%
Earnings declined 11.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FANG
The strongest argument for FANG centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : XOM
The strongest argument for XOM centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : FANG
The primary concerns for FANG are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : XOM
The primary concerns for XOM are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FANG profiles as a declining stock while XOM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
FANG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.57 — expect wider price swings.
XOM is growing revenue faster at -1.3% — sustainability is the question.
XOM generates stronger free cash flow (5.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FANG scores higher overall (45/100 vs 44/100). Both earn "Hold" and "Hold" 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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