Occidental Petroleum Corporation (OXY)vsRange Resources Corp (RRC)
OXY
Occidental Petroleum Corporation
$61.85
+0.98%
ENERGY · Cap: $60.74B
RRC
Range Resources Corp
$46.59
+1.41%
ENERGY · Cap: $10.88B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Occidental Petroleum Corporation generates 622% more annual revenue ($21.59B vs $2.99B). RRC leads profitability with a 22.0% profit margin vs 10.8%. OXY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.49. RRC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
OXY
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
RRC
Strong Buy74
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
+71.6%
Fair Value
$128.23
Current Price
$46.59
$81.64 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
Strong operational efficiency at 33.6%
Earnings expanding 94.1% YoY
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
16.3% revenue growth
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : RRC
The strongest argument for RRC centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.0% and operating margin at 33.6%. Revenue growth of 16.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : RRC
The primary concerns for RRC are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
RRC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.57 — 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.
Monitor OIL & GAS E&P industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
RRC scores higher overall (74/100 vs 53/100), backed by strong 22.0% margins and 16.3% revenue growth. 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.
Range Resources Corp
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Range Resources Corporation is an independent natural gas, natural gas liquids (NGL) and petroleum company in the United States. The company is headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas.
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