Occidental Petroleum Corporation (OXY)vsWPP PLC ADR (WPP)
OXY
Occidental Petroleum Corporation
$53.03
-1.69%
ENERGY · Cap: $53.65B
WPP
WPP PLC ADR
$18.97
+1.12%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $4.05B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Occidental Petroleum Corporation generates 56% more annual revenue ($21.12B vs $13.55B). OXY leads profitability with a 22.4% profit margin vs -1.6%. OXY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.21. OXY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
OXY
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
WPP
Avoid32
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+28.6%
Fair Value
$66.12
Current Price
$53.03
$13.09 discount
Margin of Safety
+75.6%
Fair Value
$75.12
Current Price
$18.97
$56.15 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
Generating 1.7B in free cash flow
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%
Operating margin of 2.2%
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -5.3% — below average capital efficiency
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 : WPP
The strongest argument for WPP centers on Free Cash Flow.
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 : WPP
The primary concerns for WPP are Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 2.13 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
OXY profiles as a declining stock while WPP is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
WPP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.65 — expect wider price swings.
WPP is growing revenue faster at -8.3% — sustainability is the question.
WPP generates stronger free cash flow (1.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
OXY scores higher overall (65/100 vs 32/100), backed by strong 22.4% margins. WPP offers better value entry with a 75.6% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" 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.
WPP PLC ADR
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ADVERTISING AGENCIES · USA
WPP plc, a creative transformation company, provides communications, expertise, trade and technology services in North America, the UK, Western Continental Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, and Central and Eastern Europe. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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