SM Energy Co (SM)vsExxon Mobil Corp (XOM)
SM
SM Energy Co
$31.23
+6.66%
ENERGY · Cap: $7.49B
XOM
Exxon Mobil Corp
$154.67
-0.22%
ENERGY · Cap: $642.90B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Exxon Mobil Corp generates 10601% more annual revenue ($323.90B vs $3.03B). SM leads profitability with a 21.4% profit margin vs 8.9%. SM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.68. SM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
SM
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
XOM
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+71.1%
Fair Value
$75.72
Current Price
$31.23
$44.49 discount
Margin of Safety
-46.3%
Fair Value
$105.46
Current Price
$154.67
$49.21 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 26.9%
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 5.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Revenue declined 17.1%
Earnings declined 42.3%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 1.3%
Earnings declined 11.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SM
The strongest argument for SM centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.4% and operating margin at 26.9%. PEG of 0.68 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : XOM
The strongest argument for XOM centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. PEG of 1.38 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : SM
The primary concerns for SM are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : XOM
The primary concerns for XOM are Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SM profiles as a declining stock while XOM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.78 — expect wider price swings.
XOM is growing revenue faster at -1.3% — sustainability is the question.
XOM generates stronger free cash flow (5.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SM scores higher overall (60/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 21.4% margins. Both earn "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.
SM Energy Co
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
SM Energy Company, an independent energy company, is engaged in the acquisition, exploration, development, and production of oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids in the state of Texas. The company is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.
Exxon Mobil Corp
ENERGY · OIL & GAS INTEGRATED · USA
Exxon Mobil Corporation, stylized as ExxonMobil, is an American multinational oil and gas corporation headquartered in Irving, Texas. It is the largest direct descendant of John D. Rockefeller's Standard Oil, and was formed on November 30, 1999 by the merger of Exxon (formerly the Standard Oil Company of New Jersey) and Mobil (formerly the Standard Oil Company of New York). ExxonMobil's primary brands are Exxon, Mobil, Esso, and ExxonMobil Chemical. ExxonMobil is incorporated in New Jersey.
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