Valero Energy Corporation (VLO)vsExxon Mobil Corp (XOM)
VLO
Valero Energy Corporation
$254.32
+2.49%
ENERGY · Cap: $76.05B
XOM
Exxon Mobil Corp
$170.99
+0.28%
ENERGY · Cap: $712.47B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Exxon Mobil Corp generates 179% more annual revenue ($323.90B vs $115.94B). XOM leads profitability with a 8.9% profit margin vs 2.0%. XOM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.02. VLO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
VLO
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
XOM
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+42.5%
Fair Value
$354.74
Current Price
$254.32
$100.42 discount
Margin of Safety
-275.3%
Fair Value
$45.56
Current Price
$170.99
$125.43 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 317.9% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.8B 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
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.0% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 2.1%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 1.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : VLO
The strongest argument for VLO centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : XOM
The strongest argument for XOM centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : VLO
The primary concerns for VLO are P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, PEG Ratio. Thin 2.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : XOM
The primary concerns for XOM are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
VLO carries more volatility with a beta of 0.73 — 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.
Monitor OIL & GAS REFINING & MARKETING industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
VLO scores higher overall (51/100 vs 44/100). 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.
Valero Energy Corporation
ENERGY · OIL & GAS REFINING & MARKETING · USA
Valero Energy Corporation is a Fortune 500 international manufacturer and marketer of transportation fuels, other petrochemical products, and power. It is headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, United States.
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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