Gulfport Energy Operating Corp (GPOR)vsExxon Mobil Corp (XOM)
GPOR
Gulfport Energy Operating Corp
$178.28
-0.29%
ENERGY · Cap: $3.21B
XOM
Exxon Mobil Corp
$144.57
-1.37%
ENERGY · Cap: $607.57B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Exxon Mobil Corp generates 22990% more annual revenue ($326.01B vs $1.41B). GPOR leads profitability with a 42.1% profit margin vs 7.8%. GPOR trades at a lower P/E of 5.9x. GPOR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B).
GPOR
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
XOM
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-17.5%
Fair Value
$171.28
Current Price
$178.28
$7.00 premium
Margin of Safety
-37.0%
Fair Value
$106.98
Current Price
$144.57
$37.59 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 34 in profit
Keeps 42 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 50.5%
Revenue surging 34.1% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 2.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Earnings declined 89.8%
2.6% revenue growth
7.8% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 43.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GPOR
The strongest argument for GPOR centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 42.1% and operating margin at 50.5%. Revenue growth of 34.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : XOM
The strongest argument for XOM centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. PEG of 1.42 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : GPOR
The primary concerns for GPOR are EPS Growth.
Bear Case : XOM
The primary concerns for XOM are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GPOR profiles as a growth stock while XOM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
GPOR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.46 — expect wider price swings.
GPOR is growing revenue faster at 34.1% — sustainability is the question.
XOM generates stronger free cash flow (2.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GPOR scores higher overall (70/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 42.1% margins and 34.1% 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.
Gulfport Energy Operating Corp
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Gulfport Energy Corporation is engaged in the exploration, development, acquisition and production of natural gas, crude oil and natural gas liquids (NGL) in the United States. The company is headquartered in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
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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