Hess Midstream Partners LP (HESM)vsExxon Mobil Corp (XOM)
HESM
Hess Midstream Partners LP
$38.17
-1.14%
ENERGY · Cap: $8.05B
XOM
Exxon Mobil Corp
$144.57
-1.37%
ENERGY · Cap: $607.57B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Exxon Mobil Corp generates 19908% more annual revenue ($326.01B vs $1.63B). HESM leads profitability with a 22.6% profit margin vs 7.8%. XOM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.42. HESM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
HESM
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
XOM
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+6.7%
Fair Value
$39.02
Current Price
$38.17
$0.85 discount
Margin of Safety
-34.9%
Fair Value
$107.20
Current Price
$144.57
$37.37 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 152 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 61.0%
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 8.7x book value
2.1% revenue growth
4.8% earnings growth
2.6% revenue growth
7.8% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 43.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HESM
The strongest argument for HESM centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.6% and operating margin at 61.0%.
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 : HESM
The primary concerns for HESM are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : XOM
The primary concerns for XOM are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HESM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.52 — expect wider price swings.
XOM is growing revenue faster at 2.6% — sustainability is the question.
XOM generates stronger free cash flow (2.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
HESM scores higher overall (60/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 22.6% margins. Both earn "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.
Hess Midstream Partners LP
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Hess Midstream LP owns, develops, operates and acquires midstream assets. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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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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