Golar LNG Limited (GLNG)vsExxon Mobil Corp (XOM)
GLNG
Golar LNG Limited
$54.99
+1.97%
ENERGY · Cap: $5.38B
XOM
Exxon Mobil Corp
$154.33
-0.22%
ENERGY · Cap: $642.90B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Exxon Mobil Corp generates 82209% more annual revenue ($323.90B vs $393.52M). GLNG leads profitability with a 16.7% profit margin vs 8.9%. XOM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.38. GLNG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
GLNG
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
XOM
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+5.1%
Fair Value
$46.59
Current Price
$54.99
$8.40 discount
Margin of Safety
-46.3%
Fair Value
$105.46
Current Price
$154.33
$48.87 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 35.7%
Revenue surging 101.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 128.9% YoY
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
ROE of 5.1% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 1.3%
Earnings declined 11.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GLNG
The strongest argument for GLNG centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.7% and operating margin at 35.7%. Revenue growth of 101.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : XOM
The strongest argument for XOM centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. PEG of 1.38 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : GLNG
The primary concerns for GLNG are Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 88.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : XOM
The primary concerns for XOM are Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GLNG profiles as a growth stock while XOM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
XOM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.29 — expect wider price swings.
GLNG is growing revenue faster at 101.5% — sustainability is the question.
XOM generates stronger free cash flow (5.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GLNG scores higher overall (66/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 16.7% margins and 101.5% 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.
Golar LNG Limited
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Golar LNG Limited provides infrastructure for the liquefaction, transportation and regasification of LNG. The company is headquartered in Hamilton, Bermuda.
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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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