Matador Resources Company (MTDR)vsOccidental Petroleum Corporation (OXY)
MTDR
Matador Resources Company
$51.86
-4.12%
ENERGY · Cap: $6.69B
OXY
Occidental Petroleum Corporation
$56.30
-1.64%
ENERGY · Cap: $61.44B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Occidental Petroleum Corporation generates 523% more annual revenue ($23.93B vs $3.84B). OXY leads profitability with a 30.3% profit margin vs 18.9%. MTDR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.64. MTDR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 84/100 (A-).
MTDR
Exceptional Buy84
out of 100
Grade: A-
OXY
Exceptional Buy83
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MTDR.
Margin of Safety
+9.9%
Fair Value
$65.89
Current Price
$56.30
$9.59 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 49.2%
Earnings expanding 160.6% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 26.8% year-over-year
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 45.4%
Revenue surging 53.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 965.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MTDR
The strongest argument for MTDR centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.9% and operating margin at 49.2%. Revenue growth of 26.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : OXY
The strongest argument for OXY centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.3% and operating margin at 45.4%. Revenue growth of 53.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MTDR
The primary concerns for MTDR are Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : OXY
The primary concerns for OXY are Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MTDR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.79 — expect wider price swings.
OXY is growing revenue faster at 53.4% — sustainability is the question.
OXY generates stronger free cash flow (2.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor OIL & GAS E&P industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
MTDR scores higher overall (84/100 vs 83/100), backed by strong 18.9% margins and 26.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" and "Exceptional 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.
Matador Resources Company
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Matador Resources Company, an independent energy company, is engaged in the exploration, development, production and acquisition of oil and natural gas resources in the United States. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
Visit Website →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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