Occidental Petroleum Corp (OXY)
Fair ValueFundamental
63
Price
$55.32
Market Cap
$56.08B
Part 1 · What the company is worth
Overview
Occidental Petroleum Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the acquisition, exploration, and development of oil and gas properties in the United States and internationally. It operates through Oil and Gas and Midstream and Marketing. The Oil and Gas segment explores for, develops, and produces oil and condensate, natural gas liquids (NGLs), and natural gas. This segment also optimizes its transportation and storage capacity and invests in entities. The Midstream and Marketing segment purchases, markets, gathers, processes, transports and stores oil, condensate, NGLs, natural gas, carbon dioxide, and power. Occidental Petroleum Corporation was founded in 1920 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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Direct competitors
Who this company fights with for the same customers
Generated on September 19, 2026 with claude-haiku-4-5 — shared with all users
The largest independent US exploration and production company, it competes with Occidental for the same Permian Basin acreage, services and rigs while selling crude and natural gas into the same domestic and export markets.
A Permian pure-play producer that competes head-on with Occidental for drilling acreage, oilfield services and Permian takeaway capacity in the same basin.
A large US shale producer active in the Permian, Eagle Ford and internationally (including Trinidad and Oman), selling the same unconventional oil and gas output to the same refiners and traders.
A US onshore independent with a core Delaware Basin position, it bids against Occidental for the same Permian leases, rigs and crews.
Through its Permian and Gulf of Mexico operations it is the only US producer drilling more Permian wells than Occidental, and it competes for the same acreage, the same barrels of demand and the same carbon-capture projects.
A Delaware Basin-focused independent of similar drilling intensity, competing directly with Occidental for adjacent acreage and for the same short-cycle shale barrels.
Balance Sheet & Liquidity
Revenue
$23.21B
Trailing 12 months (through 6/30/2026)
Net Income
$7.31B
Trailing 12 months (through 6/30/2026)
Free Cash Flow
$4.11B
Total Equity
$36.03B
Total Liabilities
$47.59B
Current Ratio
1.41
Interest Coverage
-
Debt/EBITDA
1.13
Earnings Per Share
Revenue & Net Income
Free Cash Flow
Income Breakdown
Historical statement
Margins over time
Debt over time
How heavy the debt is
Growth grid
Growth — Revenue
Fair Value Estimation
Fair Value
$58.77
Current Price
$55.32
Margin of Safety
+5.9%
Fair Value Range
$48.81 - $68.73
Spread across the valuation methods used, not a statistically calibrated confidence interval.
Estimation Methods
Valuation Metrics
P/E Ratio
8.56
ROE
6.6%
P/B Ratio
1.32
P/FCF
11.54
Gross Margin
-
ROIC
-
Profitability Radar
Value Creation (Economic Moat)
ROIC
-
WACC
6.3%
ROIC − WACC
-
Fundamental Analysis Criteria
Passed (13)
- P/FCF 11.54
- P/B Ratio 1.32
- Debt/Equity ratio
- Positive Free Cash Flow
- Current Ratio
- Debt/EBITDA
- Return on Tangible Assets
- Low reliance on intangibles
- Price below Graham Number
- ROE 19.0%
- Earnings Surprise avg 49.5%
- Earnings Quality (OCF/NI) 1.50
- Net Margin Trend 31.5% vs 12.1%
Failed (9)
- EPS shows upward trend
- EPS CAGR -7.40%
- Price CAGR -1.46%
- CapEx intensity
- DCF valuation (Fairly valued)
- Revenue Growth 5Y 3.9%
- Analyst Consensus 45% Buy
- Share Dilution 16.6%
- Piotroski F-Score 4/9
Unavailable (6)
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- Gross Margin NaN%
- Dividend Payout NaN%
- Operating Margin NaN%
- Interest Coverage
- PEG Ratio (need PE > 0 and growth > 0)
Piotroski F-Score
Mixed signals: some areas need attention
Earnings Quality
High quality: earnings backed by cash
Share Dilution
Issuing new shares, diluting ownership
Institutional Holdings
Governance
Executive Team
| Name | Title | Age |
|---|---|---|
| Mr. Richard A. Jackson | CEO, President & Director | 49 |
| Mr. Sunil Mathew | Senior VP & CFO | 54 |
| Mr. Kenneth Dillon | Senior VP and President of International Oil & Gas Operations | 65 |
| Mr. Jeff F. Simmons | Senior VP of Subsurface Technology and Chief Petrotechnical Officer | 65 |
| Mr. Christopher O. Champion | VP, Chief Accounting Officer & Controller | 55 |
| Mr. Ioannis A. Charalambous | Chief Information Officer & VP | - |
| Mr. Babatunde Cole | Vice President of Investor Relations | - |
| Ms. Nicole E. Clark | VP, Deputy General Counsel, Corporate Secretary & Chief Compliance Officer | 55 |
| Mr. Brad D. Pollack | Senior Vice President & General Counsel | 43 |
| Mr. Darin S. Moss | Vice President of Human Resources | - |
Audit Risk
7
Board Risk
3
Compensation Risk
1
Shareholder Rights Risk
1
Part 2 · The price and when to enter
This part won't tell you whether the company is worth owning: it helps you choose when to buy it, once the fundamentals have convinced you. Inside: technical analysis, potential, historical drawdowns, gamma exposure.
Documents
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Annual Report (10-K)
A yearly overview of the business, its financial results, and the risks it faces.
Filed on 2026-02-18
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Quarterly Report (10-Q)
A snapshot of financial performance for the most recent three-month period.
Filed on 2026-08-05
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Current Report (8-K)
An announcement of a major event, such as a leadership change or big news.
Filed on 2026-08-05
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Income History
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Latest News
Recent headlines for OXY, sourced from Markets Gazette.
- 4/27/2026POSITIVE$100 Invested In Occidental Petroleum 5 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today
An investment of $100 in Occidental Petroleum (OXY) five years ago would have yielded a significant return, now valued at $365. This performance surpasses the S&P 500's return of $210 over the same period. The company's strategic focus on debt reduction and operational efficiency, coupled with favorable energy market conditions, has driven its stock appreciation. Investors who held OXY have benefited from both capital gains and substantial dividend payouts, underscoring the company's robust financial health and shareholder return strategy.
- 4/14/2026NEUTRALHere's How Much You Would Have Made Owning Occidental Petroleum Stock In The Last 5 Years
An analysis of Occidental Petroleum Corporation (OXY) stock reveals that an investment made five years ago would have yielded a specific return, though the exact percentage is not detailed in this summary. The article focuses on the historical performance of OXY shares over this period, providing data points that allow investors to assess the stock's long-term trajectory and its ability to generate wealth. This historical perspective is crucial for evaluating past investment strategies and informing future decisions regarding energy sector equities.
- 4/9/2026POSITIVEOccidental Petroleum Stock Is Volatile Thursday: What's Driving The Action?
Occidental Petroleum saw its stock price initially rise on Thursday morning, correlating with a jump in crude oil prices. The surge in oil is attributed to heightened geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, a region critical for global oil supply. This development suggests that the market anticipates potential supply disruptions, which typically benefits oil producers like Occidental by driving up commodity prices. For investors, this indicates a short-term positive sentiment driven by external supply-side risks impacting the energy sector.
- 4/1/2026NEGATIVEOccidental Petroleum Stock Falls As Trump Iran De-Escalation Signals Hit Oil
Occidental Petroleum shares declined as signals of de-escalation in the Iran conflict reduced the 'war premium' previously benefiting oil stocks. The potential for reduced geopolitical tensions implies a lower likelihood of supply disruptions in the Middle East, which could lead to softer crude oil prices. Investors are reassessing their positions in energy companies, moving away from those that benefited from the heightened risk environment. This shift suggests a move towards assets less sensitive to immediate geopolitical shocks.
- 3/16/2026POSITIVEIf You Invested $1000 In Occidental Petroleum Stock 5 Years Ago, You Would Have This Much Today
An investment of $1000 in Occidental Petroleum (OXY) five years prior to March 16, 2026, would have yielded a significant return, illustrating the stock's strong performance over the period. While specific figures are not provided in the prompt, the framing suggests substantial capital appreciation and potential dividend income. This historical performance underscores OXY's resilience and growth trajectory, likely driven by factors such as strategic acquisitions, operational efficiency, and favorable commodity price environments. Investors considering OXY should analyze its current valuation against its historical performance and future growth prospects.
- 3/15/2026POSITIVEOccidental Petroleum Is Up 9% Since the Iran Conflict. Here Are 2 Things Investors Need to Know.
Occidental Petroleum has seen its stock price climb 9% following heightened geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, suggesting a positive correlation with crude oil price volatility. Despite the potential for fluctuating crude prices, the company's operational resilience indicates it can maintain profitability. This performance suggests that Occidental Petroleum is well-positioned to benefit from market uncertainty, offering investors a potential hedge against energy price swings and a stable performer in a volatile commodity environment.
- 3/13/2026POSITIVEWarren Buffett Wrapped Up His Illustrious Investing Career by Selling 50% of His Bank of America Stake and Piling Around $1.2 Billion Into This Scorching-Hot Oil Stock
Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway has significantly reduced its stake in Bank of America, selling approximately 50% of its holdings. Concurrently, Berkshire Hathaway has reportedly invested around $1.2 billion into Occidental Petroleum. This strategic shift suggests a strong conviction in the energy sector's prospects, particularly for Occidental Petroleum, at a time when Buffett is reportedly winding down his active investing career. Investors may view this move as a signal of continued bullishness on oil and gas, potentially benefiting OXY shareholders.
- 3/12/2026POSITIVEWhy Occidental Petroleum Rallied Today
Occidental Petroleum experienced a significant rally today, mirroring the upward movement in crude oil prices. This surge is attributed to heightened geopolitical tensions, specifically rhetoric from Iran's new Ayatollah and President Trump, which suggests potential disruptions to oil flows. For investors, this indicates that geopolitical instability is once again a primary driver for energy sector performance, potentially benefiting oil producers like Occidental by creating supply-side concerns and supporting higher commodity prices. The stock's performance highlights its sensitivity to global energy market dynamics.
- 3/12/2026POSITIVEOccidental Petroleum Stock Surges Thursday: What's Driving The Action?
Occidental Petroleum Corp. shares experienced a significant surge on Thursday, driven by escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Reports of tanker explosions and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz have fueled fears of supply disruptions in crude oil markets. This heightened risk premium directly benefits oil producers like Occidental, as it typically leads to higher oil prices. Investors are likely reacting to the potential for increased profitability due to a more favorable commodity price environment, making OXY a favored play amidst the uncertainty.
via Markets Gazette