Occidental Petroleum Corporation (OXY)vsTrade Desk Inc (TTD)
OXY
Occidental Petroleum Corporation
$53.03
-1.69%
ENERGY · Cap: $53.65B
TTD
Trade Desk Inc
$23.08
-1.75%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $11.18B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Occidental Petroleum Corporation generates 629% more annual revenue ($21.12B vs $2.90B). OXY leads profitability with a 22.4% profit margin vs 15.3%. TTD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.92. TTD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
OXY
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
TTD
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+28.6%
Fair Value
$66.12
Current Price
$53.03
$13.09 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TTD.
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
Strong operational efficiency at 30.3%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
ROE of 4.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Revenue declined 8.3%
Moderate valuation
Grey zone — moderate risk
Weak financial health signals
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 1.21 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : TTD
The strongest argument for TTD centers on Operating Margin, PEG Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.3% and operating margin at 30.3%. Revenue growth of 14.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : OXY
The primary concerns for OXY are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 72.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : TTD
The primary concerns for TTD are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
OXY profiles as a declining stock while TTD is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
TTD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.10 — expect wider price swings.
TTD is growing revenue faster at 14.3% — sustainability is the question.
TTD generates stronger free cash flow (277M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TTD scores higher overall (72/100 vs 65/100), backed by strong 15.3% margins and 14.3% revenue growth. OXY offers better value entry with a 28.6% margin of safety. 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.
Trade Desk Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ADVERTISING AGENCIES · USA
Trade Desk, Inc. is a technology company in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Ventura, California.
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