Targa Resources Inc (TRGP)vsExxon Mobil Corp (XOM)
TRGP
Targa Resources Inc
$250.14
+0.71%
ENERGY · Cap: $51.74B
XOM
Exxon Mobil Corp
$154.67
-0.22%
ENERGY · Cap: $618.95B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Exxon Mobil Corp generates 1802% more annual revenue ($323.90B vs $17.03B). TRGP leads profitability with a 11.3% profit margin vs 8.9%. TRGP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.23. TRGP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
TRGP
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
XOM
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TRGP.
Margin of Safety
-46.7%
Fair Value
$105.46
Current Price
$154.67
$49.21 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 51 in profit
Earnings expanding 74.5% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 22.6%
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
Moderate valuation
Trading at 17.5x book value
Revenue declined 7.9%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 1.3%
Earnings declined 11.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : TRGP
The strongest argument for TRGP centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Market Cap. PEG of 1.23 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 1.37 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : TRGP
The primary concerns for TRGP are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : XOM
The primary concerns for XOM are Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TRGP profiles as a declining stock while XOM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
TRGP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.81 — 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
TRGP scores higher overall (66/100 vs 50/100). Both earn "Strong 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.
Targa Resources Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Targa Resources Corp. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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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