Vista Energy, S.A.B. de C.V. (VIST)vsExxon Mobil Corp (XOM)
VIST
Vista Energy, S.A.B. de C.V.
$76.27
-3.39%
ENERGY · Cap: $8.16B
XOM
Exxon Mobil Corp
$165.07
-0.55%
ENERGY · Cap: $682.54B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Exxon Mobil Corp generates 10143% more annual revenue ($361.06B vs $3.53B). VIST leads profitability with a 23.6% profit margin vs 9.1%. VIST trades at a lower P/E of 9.7x. XOM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
VIST
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
XOM
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-10.6%
Fair Value
$50.66
Current Price
$76.27
$25.61 premium
Margin of Safety
-78.3%
Fair Value
$93.12
Current Price
$165.07
$71.95 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 44.2%
Revenue surging 102.3% year-over-year
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Keeps 24 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Revenue surging 44.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 112.8% YoY
Generating 17.0B in free cash flow
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : VIST
The strongest argument for VIST centers on P/E Ratio, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.6% and operating margin at 44.2%. Revenue growth of 102.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : XOM
The strongest argument for XOM centers on Market Cap, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 44.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.42 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : VIST
The primary concerns for VIST are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : XOM
The primary concerns for XOM are Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
VIST profiles as a growth stock while XOM is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
XOM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.17 — expect wider price swings.
VIST is growing revenue faster at 102.3% — sustainability is the question.
XOM generates stronger free cash flow (17.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VIST scores higher overall (74/100 vs 74/100), backed by strong 23.6% margins and 102.3% revenue growth. 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.
Vista Energy, S.A.B. de C.V.
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Vista Oil & Gas, SAB de CV, is dedicated to the exploration and production of oil and gas in Latin America. The company is headquartered in Mexico City, Mexico.
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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