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Occidental Petroleum Corporation (OXY)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
11/26/2025: OXY (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
27 Analysts rated it
Well-followed company, solid analyst reports, reliable data for confident investing.
1 Year Target Price $50.38
1 Year Target Price $50.38
| 4 | Strong Buy |
| 4 | Buy |
| 17 | Hold |
| 1 | Sell |
| 1 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -8.84% | Avg. Invested days 42 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 11/26/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 40.81B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 30.46 | 1Y Target Price 50.38 |
Price to earnings Ratio 30.46 | 1Y Target Price 50.38 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 27 | Beta 0.39 | 52 Weeks Range 34.41 - 52.36 | Updated Date 11/27/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 34.41 - 52.36 | Updated Date 11/27/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 2.27% | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.36 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-11-10 | When After Market | Estimate 0.49 | Actual 0.64 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 8.17% | Operating Margin (TTM) 17.72% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 3.3% | Return on Equity (TTM) 5.96% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 30.46 | Forward PE 19.8 | Enterprise Value 69811416176 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.53 |
Enterprise Value 69811416176 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.53 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.62 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 5.75 | Shares Outstanding 985210434 | Shares Floating 981555303 |
Shares Outstanding 985210434 | Shares Floating 981555303 | ||
Percent Insiders 27.19 | Percent Institutions 51.34 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Occidental Petroleum Corporation
Company Overview
History and Background
Occidental Petroleum Corporation (Oxy) was founded in 1920. It grew from a small California oil company to a major international energy and chemical company, marked by significant acquisitions and strategic shifts.
Core Business Areas
- Oil and Gas: Exploration, development, and production of crude oil and natural gas. This is Oxy's core business.
- Chemicals (OxyChem): Manufactures and markets basic chemicals, vinyls, and other chemical products.
- Midstream and Marketing: Gathers, processes, transports, stores, purchases, and markets oil, natural gas, and NGLs.
Leadership and Structure
Vicki Hollub is the President and CEO. Oxy operates with a hierarchical structure with various executive vice presidents overseeing different business segments.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Crude Oil: Crude oil production is a primary product. Market share varies regionally; global market share is relatively small but significant in certain basins (e.g., Permian). Competitors include ExxonMobil (XOM), Chevron (CVX), and Shell (SHEL).
- Natural Gas: Natural gas production forms a crucial part of Oxy's energy portfolio. Competition is similar to that of crude oil. Market share varies regionally.
- Chemicals: OxyChem produces a range of chemicals, with caustic soda and chlorine derivatives being prominent. The chemical industry is competitive with companies like Dow (DOW) and BASF (BASF).
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The oil and gas industry is cyclical and heavily influenced by global supply and demand, geopolitical events, and technological advancements. The chemical industry is tied to economic growth and has been rapidly evolving due to environmental concerns.
Positioning
Oxy is a major player in the Permian Basin and is increasingly focused on carbon capture and sequestration. Its competitive advantages include its Permian land position and chemical business, which provides diversification.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global oil and gas market is in the trillions of dollars. Oxy holds a small share in comparison to the TAM, but the Permian basin is a key position for Oxy.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong position in the Permian Basin
- Diversified business model (oil and gas, chemicals)
- Focus on carbon capture and sequestration
- Experienced management team
Weaknesses
- High debt level (related to Anadarko acquisition)
- Exposure to volatile commodity prices
- Operational risks in oil and gas production
- Reliance on Permian Basin
Opportunities
- Increasing demand for oil and gas
- Growth in the chemical industry
- Carbon capture and sequestration projects
- Expansion into renewable energy
Threats
- Decline in oil and gas prices
- Increased environmental regulations
- Geopolitical instability
- Competition from other energy companies
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- XOM
- CVX
- COP
- EOG
- HES
Competitive Landscape
Oxy is a major independent oil and gas company, particularly strong in the Permian Basin. It faces competition from larger integrated oil companies and other independent producers.
Major Acquisitions
Anadarko Petroleum
- Year: 2019
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 55000
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Oxy's presence in the Permian Basin and deepwater Gulf of Mexico. Increased scale and production.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth is closely correlated to the industry performance and oil and gas prices.
Future Projections: Future growth is dependent on factors such as exploration, production, price, global and environmental landscape.
Recent Initiatives: Oxy is working on carbon capture and storage projects.
Summary
Occidental Petroleum Corporation is a key player in the oil and gas industry with a strong presence in the Permian Basin. While the company has a diversified business model and initiatives in carbon capture, it also faces challenges from high debt, commodity price volatility, and environmental regulations. The company needs to manage its debt and explore growth opportunities beyond its traditional oil and gas focus. Oxy's strength lies in its Permian position and chemical business.
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Sources and Disclaimers
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- Industry reports and publications
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About Occidental Petroleum Corporation
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Houston, TX, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1981-12-31 | President, CEO & Director Ms. Vicki A. Hollub | ||
Sector Energy | Industry Oil & Gas E&P | Full time employees 13323 | Website https://www.oxy.com |
Full time employees 13323 | Website https://www.oxy.com | ||
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 three segments: Oil and Gas, Chemical, and Midstream and Marketing. The Oil and Gas segment explores for, develops, and produces oil and condensate, natural gas liquids (NGLs), and natural gas. The Chemical segment manufactures and markets basic chemicals, including chlorine, caustic soda, chlorinated organics, potassium chemicals, ethylene dichloride, chlorinated isocyanurates, sodium silicates, and calcium chloride; and vinyls comprising vinyl chloride monomer, polyvinyl chloride, and ethylene. The Midstream and Marketing segment purchases, markets, gathers, processes, transports and stores oil, condensate, NGLs, natural gas, carbon dioxide, and power. This segment invests in entities. Occidental Petroleum Corporation was founded in 1920 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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