The Home Depot Inc (HD)vsOccidental Petroleum Corporation (OXY)
HD
The Home Depot Inc
$317.45
-1.61%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $321.36B
OXY
Occidental Petroleum Corporation
$53.03
-1.69%
ENERGY · Cap: $53.65B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Home Depot Inc generates 680% more annual revenue ($164.68B vs $21.12B). OXY leads profitability with a 22.4% profit margin vs 8.6%. OXY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.21. OXY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
HD
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
OXY
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-32.6%
Fair Value
$243.24
Current Price
$317.45
$74.21 premium
Margin of Safety
+28.6%
Fair Value
$66.12
Current Price
$53.03
$13.09 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 146 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Generating 2.3B in free cash flow
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
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 24.7x book value
Revenue declined 3.8%
ROE of 4.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Revenue declined 8.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HD
The strongest argument for HD centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
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 1.21 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : HD
The primary concerns for HD are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : OXY
The primary concerns for OXY are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 72.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HD profiles as a value stock while OXY is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
HD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.00 — expect wider price swings.
HD is growing revenue faster at -3.8% — sustainability is the question.
HD generates stronger free cash flow (2.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
OXY scores higher overall (65/100 vs 50/100), 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.
The Home Depot Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · HOME IMPROVEMENT RETAIL · USA
The Home Depot, Inc., commonly known as Home Depot, is the largest home improvement retailer in the United States, supplying tools, construction products, and services. The company is headquartered in incorporated Cobb County, Georgia, with an Atlanta mailing address.
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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