Occidental Petroleum Corporation (OXY)vsSandRidge Energy Inc (SD)
OXY
Occidental Petroleum Corporation
$57.37
+1.86%
ENERGY · Cap: $61.44B
SD
SandRidge Energy Inc
$14.03
-0.21%
ENERGY · Cap: $524.99M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Occidental Petroleum Corporation generates 13184% more annual revenue ($23.93B vs $180.12M). SD leads profitability with a 46.1% profit margin vs 30.3%. OXY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.23. OXY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 83/100 (A-).
OXY
Exceptional Buy83
out of 100
Grade: A-
SD
Exceptional Buy82
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+9.9%
Fair Value
$65.89
Current Price
$57.37
$8.52 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SD.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 46 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 50.7%
Revenue surging 48.0% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : SD
The strongest argument for SD centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 46.1% and operating margin at 50.7%. Revenue growth of 48.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : OXY
The primary concerns for OXY are Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : SD
The primary concerns for SD are Market Cap, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SD carries more volatility with a beta of 0.43 — 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
OXY scores higher overall (83/100 vs 82/100), backed by strong 30.3% margins and 53.4% 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.
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.
SandRidge Energy Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
SandRidge Energy, Inc. is engaged in the acquisition, development and production of oil and natural gas primarily in the mid-continent of the United States.
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