Unilever PLC ADR (UL)vsExxon Mobil Corp (XOM)
UL
Unilever PLC ADR
$60.80
+0.30%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $132.46B
XOM
Exxon Mobil Corp
$163.26
-1.28%
ENERGY · Cap: $665.31B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Exxon Mobil Corp generates 541% more annual revenue ($323.90B vs $50.50B). UL leads profitability with a 18.8% profit margin vs 8.9%. UL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.91. UL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (C-).
UL
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
XOM
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-268.2%
Fair Value
$20.26
Current Price
$60.80
$40.54 premium
Margin of Safety
-262.4%
Fair Value
$45.63
Current Price
$163.26
$117.63 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 31 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 20.1%
Generating 5.5B in free cash flow
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 3.2%
Earnings declined 3.4%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 1.3%
Earnings declined 11.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : UL
The strongest argument for UL centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.8% and operating margin at 20.1%.
Bull Case : XOM
The strongest argument for XOM centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : UL
The primary concerns for UL are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : XOM
The primary concerns for XOM are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
UL profiles as a declining stock while XOM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
XOM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.35 — expect wider price swings.
XOM is growing revenue faster at -1.3% — sustainability is the question.
UL generates stronger free cash flow (5.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UL scores higher overall (50/100 vs 44/100), backed by strong 18.8% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Unilever PLC ADR
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
Unilever PLC is a fast moving consumer goods company in Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Turkey, Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, America and Europe. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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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