Occidental Petroleum Corporation (OXY)vsRiley Exploration Permian Inc (REPX)
OXY
Occidental Petroleum Corporation
$61.85
+0.98%
ENERGY · Cap: $60.74B
REPX
Riley Exploration Permian Inc
$36.11
+3.82%
ENERGY · Cap: $764.08M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Occidental Petroleum Corporation generates 5409% more annual revenue ($21.59B vs $391.98M). REPX leads profitability with a 41.0% profit margin vs 10.8%. REPX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.84. REPX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
OXY
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
REPX
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-414.6%
Fair Value
$9.18
Current Price
$61.85
$52.67 premium
Margin of Safety
+92.5%
Fair Value
$356.15
Current Price
$36.11
$320.04 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 148.9% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.9B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 41 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Every $100 of equity generates 28 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 27.4%
Areas to Watch
ROE of 5.9% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 5.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : OXY
The strongest argument for OXY centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 148.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : REPX
The strongest argument for REPX centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 41.0% and operating margin at 27.4%.
Bear Case : OXY
The primary concerns for OXY are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 45.4x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : REPX
The primary concerns for REPX are Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
OXY profiles as a growth stock while REPX is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
REPX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.26 — expect wider price swings.
OXY is growing revenue faster at 148.9% — sustainability is the question.
OXY generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
REPX scores higher overall (72/100 vs 53/100), backed by strong 41.0% margins. Both earn "Strong 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.
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.
Riley Exploration Permian Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Riley Exploration Permian, Inc., an independent oil and natural gas company, is engaged in the acquisition, exploration, development and production of oil, natural gas and natural gas liquids primarily in the Permian Basin. The company is headquartered in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
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