Western Midstream Partners LP (WES)vsExxon Mobil Corp (XOM)
WES
Western Midstream Partners LP
$49.03
+1.74%
ENERGY · Cap: $20.42B
XOM
Exxon Mobil Corp
$165.99
+0.46%
ENERGY · Cap: $682.54B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Exxon Mobil Corp generates 8234% more annual revenue ($361.06B vs $4.33B). WES leads profitability with a 29.0% profit margin vs 9.1%. XOM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.42. XOM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
WES
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
XOM
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+1.4%
Fair Value
$43.03
Current Price
$49.03
$6.00 discount
Margin of Safety
-78.3%
Fair Value
$93.12
Current Price
$165.99
$72.87 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 41.7%
Revenue surging 30.0% year-over-year
Every $100 of equity generates 30 in profit
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
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
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : WES
The strongest argument for WES centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.0% and operating margin at 41.7%. Revenue growth of 30.0% 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 : WES
The primary concerns for WES are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow. Debt-to-equity of 2.14 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : XOM
The primary concerns for XOM are Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
WES profiles as a growth stock while XOM is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
WES carries more volatility with a beta of 0.66 — expect wider price swings.
XOM is growing revenue faster at 44.1% — sustainability is the question.
XOM generates stronger free cash flow (17.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
XOM scores higher overall (74/100 vs 69/100) and 44.1% 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.
Western Midstream Partners LP
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Western Midstream Partners, LP, acquires, owns, develops and operates midstream assets primarily in the United States.
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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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