International Seaways Inc (INSW)vsExxon Mobil Corp (XOM)
INSW
International Seaways Inc
$103.65
+1.48%
ENERGY · Cap: $5.18B
XOM
Exxon Mobil Corp
$165.99
+0.46%
ENERGY · Cap: $682.54B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Exxon Mobil Corp generates 28524% more annual revenue ($361.06B vs $1.26B). INSW leads profitability with a 61.8% profit margin vs 9.1%. INSW trades at a lower P/E of 6.6x. INSW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B+).
INSW
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
XOM
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-14.6%
Fair Value
$54.85
Current Price
$103.65
$48.80 premium
Margin of Safety
-78.3%
Fair Value
$93.12
Current Price
$165.99
$72.87 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 62 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 64.2%
Revenue surging 140.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 373.1% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Revenue surging 44.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 112.8% YoY
Generating 17.0B in free cash flow
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : INSW
The strongest argument for INSW centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 61.8% and operating margin at 64.2%. Revenue growth of 140.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : XOM
The strongest argument for XOM centers on Market Cap, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 44.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.42 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : INSW
No major red flags identified for INSW, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : XOM
The primary concerns for XOM are Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
INSW profiles as a growth stock while XOM is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
XOM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.17 — expect wider price swings.
INSW is growing revenue faster at 140.1% — sustainability is the question.
XOM generates stronger free cash flow (17.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
INSW scores higher overall (75/100 vs 74/100), backed by strong 61.8% margins and 140.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
International Seaways Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
International Seaways, Inc. owns and operates a fleet of transoceanic vessels for the transportation of crude oil and petroleum products in the international flag trade. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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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