Kosmos Energy Ltd (KOS)vsExxon Mobil Corp (XOM)
KOS
Kosmos Energy Ltd
$2.99
+0.67%
ENERGY · Cap: $1.73B
XOM
Exxon Mobil Corp
$149.92
+0.28%
ENERGY · Cap: $619.92B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Exxon Mobil Corp generates 23698% more annual revenue ($326.01B vs $1.37B). XOM leads profitability with a 7.8% profit margin vs -59.5%. XOM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (C-).
KOS
Avoid34
out of 100
Grade: F
XOM
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for KOS.
Margin of Safety
-82.9%
Fair Value
$81.96
Current Price
$149.92
$67.96 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 27.7% year-over-year
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
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -158.2% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 50.0%
Moderate valuation
2.6% revenue growth
7.8% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KOS
The strongest argument for KOS centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 27.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : XOM
The strongest argument for XOM centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. PEG of 1.38 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : KOS
The primary concerns for KOS are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 5.80 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : XOM
The primary concerns for XOM are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KOS profiles as a growth stock while XOM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
KOS carries more volatility with a beta of 0.67 — expect wider price swings.
KOS is growing revenue faster at 27.7% — sustainability is the question.
XOM generates stronger free cash flow (2.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
XOM scores higher overall (50/100 vs 34/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Kosmos Energy Ltd
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Kosmos Energy Ltd., an independent deepwater oil and gas exploration and production company, focuses on the Atlantic margins. The company is headquartered in Dallas, 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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