Valero Energy Corporation (VLO)vsExxon Mobil Corp (XOM)
VLO
Valero Energy Corporation
$384.77
-0.95%
ENERGY · Cap: $128.04B
XOM
Exxon Mobil Corp
$183.13
+0.61%
ENERGY · Cap: $735.95B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Exxon Mobil Corp generates 173% more annual revenue ($361.06B vs $132.43B). XOM leads profitability with a 9.1% profit margin vs 5.5%. XOM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.38. VLO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
VLO
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
XOM
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 42 in profit
Revenue surging 51.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 453.5% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 5.4B in free cash flow
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
5.5% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : VLO
The strongest argument for VLO centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 51.7% 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 1.38 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : VLO
The primary concerns for VLO are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : XOM
The primary concerns for XOM are Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
VLO carries more volatility with a beta of 0.59 — expect wider price swings.
VLO is growing revenue faster at 51.7% — sustainability is the question.
XOM generates stronger free cash flow (17.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor OIL & GAS REFINING & MARKETING industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
VLO scores higher overall (76/100 vs 72/100) and 51.7% 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.
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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