Occidental Petroleum Corporation (OXY)vsTalos Energy (TALO)
OXY
Occidental Petroleum Corporation
$61.46
+0.49%
ENERGY · Cap: $61.44B
TALO
Talos Energy
$17.68
+0.80%
ENERGY · Cap: $2.92B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Occidental Petroleum Corporation generates 1109% more annual revenue ($23.93B vs $1.98B). OXY leads profitability with a 30.3% profit margin vs -20.5%. OXY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 83/100 (A-).
OXY
Exceptional Buy83
out of 100
Grade: A-
TALO
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+6.8%
Fair Value
$65.96
Current Price
$61.46
$4.50 discount
Margin of Safety
+35.3%
Fair Value
$20.69
Current Price
$17.68
$3.01 discount
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 34.4%
Revenue surging 56.6% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of -39.6% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 38.1%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Currently unprofitable
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 : TALO
The strongest argument for TALO centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 56.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : OXY
The primary concerns for OXY are Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : TALO
The primary concerns for TALO are Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
OXY profiles as a growth stock while TALO is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TALO carries more volatility with a beta of 0.36 — expect wider price swings.
TALO is growing revenue faster at 56.6% — sustainability is the question.
OXY generates stronger free cash flow (2.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
OXY scores higher overall (83/100 vs 53/100), backed by strong 30.3% margins and 53.4% revenue growth. TALO offers better value entry with a 35.3% margin of safety. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
Talos Energy
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Talos Energy Inc., an independent exploration and production company, focuses on the exploration and production of oil and natural gas properties in the United States Gulf of Mexico and off the coast of Mexico. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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