Gilead Sciences Inc (GILD)vsOccidental Petroleum Corporation (OXY)
GILD
Gilead Sciences Inc
$138.26
+0.11%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $171.45B
OXY
Occidental Petroleum Corporation
$61.85
+0.98%
ENERGY · Cap: $60.74B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Gilead Sciences Inc generates 36% more annual revenue ($29.44B vs $21.59B). GILD leads profitability with a 28.9% profit margin vs 10.8%. GILD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.38. GILD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
GILD
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
OXY
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+53.9%
Fair Value
$299.95
Current Price
$138.26
$161.69 discount
Margin of Safety
-414.6%
Fair Value
$9.18
Current Price
$61.85
$52.67 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 41 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 37.4%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 23.4% YoY
Revenue surging 148.9% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.9B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
4.7% revenue growth
ROE of 5.9% — 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 : GILD
The strongest argument for GILD centers on PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.9% and operating margin at 37.4%. PEG of 0.38 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : OXY
The strongest argument for OXY centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 148.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GILD
The primary concerns for GILD are Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : OXY
The primary concerns for OXY are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 45.4x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GILD profiles as a value stock while OXY is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
GILD carries more volatility with a beta of 0.37 — expect wider price swings.
OXY is growing revenue faster at 148.9% — sustainability is the question.
GILD generates stronger free cash flow (3.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GILD scores higher overall (72/100 vs 53/100), backed by strong 28.9% margins. 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.
Gilead Sciences Inc
HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - GENERAL · USA
Gilead Sciences, Inc. is an American biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Foster City, California, that focuses on researching and developing antiviral drugs used in the treatment of HIV, hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and influenza, including Harvoni and Sovaldi.
Occidental Petroleum Corporation
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Occidental Petroleum Corporation is an American company engaged in hydrocarbon exploration in the United States, the Middle East, and Colombia as well as petrochemical manufacturing in the United States, Canada, and Chile.
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