Occidental Petroleum Corporation (OXY)vsSeagate Technology PLC (STX)
OXY
Occidental Petroleum Corporation
$58.65
-2.30%
ENERGY · Cap: $54.17B
STX
Seagate Technology PLC
$925.99
+0.39%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $230.51B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Occidental Petroleum Corporation generates 92% more annual revenue ($21.12B vs $11.01B). OXY leads profitability with a 22.4% profit margin vs 21.6%. STX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.71. STX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
OXY
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
STX
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+9.0%
Fair Value
$59.00
Current Price
$58.65
$0.35 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for STX.
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
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 217 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 35.7%
Revenue surging 44.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 108.3% YoY
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Revenue declined 8.3%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 189.8x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
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 1.19 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : STX
The strongest argument for STX centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.6% and operating margin at 35.7%. Revenue growth of 44.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : OXY
The primary concerns for OXY are Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth. A P/E of 76.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : STX
The primary concerns for STX are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score. A P/E of 97.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 3.82 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
OXY profiles as a declining stock while STX is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
STX carries more volatility with a beta of 2.08 — expect wider price swings.
STX is growing revenue faster at 44.1% — sustainability is the question.
STX generates stronger free cash flow (953M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
STX scores higher overall (77/100 vs 65/100), backed by strong 21.6% margins and 44.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Seagate Technology PLC
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
Seagate Technology Holdings plc, an Irish public limited company (commonly referred to as Seagate) is an American data storage company.
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