Gran Tierra Energy Inc (GTE)vsOccidental Petroleum Corporation (OXY)
GTE
Gran Tierra Energy Inc
$7.62
-7.41%
ENERGY · Cap: $269.44M
OXY
Occidental Petroleum Corporation
$58.65
+1.93%
ENERGY · Cap: $58.77B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Occidental Petroleum Corporation generates 3416% more annual revenue ($21.12B vs $600.60M). OXY leads profitability with a 22.4% profit margin vs -48.8%. GTE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.23. OXY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
GTE
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: D
OXY
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for GTE.
Margin of Safety
+3.5%
Fair Value
$59.00
Current Price
$58.65
$0.35 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 315.6% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
2.3% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -269.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Revenue declined 8.3%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GTE
The strongest argument for GTE centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.23 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : OXY
The strongest argument for OXY centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.4% and operating margin at 17.7%. PEG of 1.38 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : GTE
The primary concerns for GTE are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 5.76 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : OXY
The primary concerns for OXY are Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth. A P/E of 79.8x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GTE profiles as a turnaround stock while OXY is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
OXY carries more volatility with a beta of 0.17 — expect wider price swings.
GTE is growing revenue faster at 2.3% — sustainability is the question.
GTE generates stronger free cash flow (131M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
OXY scores higher overall (65/100 vs 40/100), backed by strong 22.4% margins. Both earn "Strong Buy" 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.
Gran Tierra Energy Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Gran Tierra Energy Inc., is dedicated to the exploration and production of oil and gas properties in Colombia and Ecuador. The company is headquartered in Calgary, Canada.
Visit Website →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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