Kinder Morgan Inc (KMI)vsExxon Mobil Corp (XOM)
KMI
Kinder Morgan Inc
$30.85
-1.37%
ENERGY · Cap: $69.82B
XOM
Exxon Mobil Corp
$153.04
-1.16%
ENERGY · Cap: $638.16B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Exxon Mobil Corp generates 1910% more annual revenue ($361.06B vs $17.96B). KMI leads profitability with a 19.3% profit margin vs 9.1%. XOM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.32. XOM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
KMI
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
XOM
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-38.4%
Fair Value
$22.48
Current Price
$30.85
$8.37 premium
Margin of Safety
-65.4%
Fair Value
$91.66
Current Price
$153.04
$61.38 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 30.1%
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 21.2% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Revenue surging 44.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 112.8% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KMI
The strongest argument for KMI centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.3% and operating margin at 30.1%. Revenue growth of 10.8% 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 1.32 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : KMI
The primary concerns for KMI are Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : XOM
The primary concerns for XOM are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KMI profiles as a mature stock while XOM is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
KMI carries more volatility with a beta of 0.55 — expect wider price swings.
XOM is growing revenue faster at 44.1% — sustainability is the question.
XOM generates stronger free cash flow (2.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
XOM scores higher overall (72/100 vs 68/100) and 44.1% 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.
Kinder Morgan Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Kinder Morgan, Inc. is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America. The company specializes in owning and controlling oil and gas pipelines and terminals.
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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