Occidental Petroleum Corporation (OXY)vsRange Resources Corp (RRC)
OXY
Occidental Petroleum Corporation
$58.65
-3.68%
ENERGY · Cap: $58.77B
RRC
Range Resources Corp
$39.10
-3.43%
ENERGY · Cap: $9.18B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Occidental Petroleum Corporation generates 558% more annual revenue ($21.12B vs $3.21B). RRC leads profitability with a 28.1% profit margin vs 22.4%. RRC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.19. RRC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 85/100 (A).
OXY
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
RRC
Exceptional Buy85
out of 100
Grade: A
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+3.5%
Fair Value
$59.00
Current Price
$58.65
$0.35 discount
Margin of Safety
+43.5%
Fair Value
$64.43
Current Price
$39.10
$25.33 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 315.6% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 44.3%
Earnings expanding 260.7% YoY
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Revenue declined 8.3%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : OXY
The strongest argument for OXY centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.4% and operating margin at 17.7%. PEG of 1.38 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : RRC
The strongest argument for RRC centers on P/E Ratio, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.1% and operating margin at 44.3%. Revenue growth of 26.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : OXY
The primary concerns for OXY are Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth. A P/E of 79.8x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : RRC
The primary concerns for RRC are Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
OXY profiles as a declining stock while RRC is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
RRC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.46 — expect wider price swings.
RRC is growing revenue faster at 26.1% — sustainability is the question.
RRC generates stronger free cash flow (453M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
RRC scores higher overall (85/100 vs 65/100), backed by strong 28.1% margins and 26.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
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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