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Attractive yield
Total YieldTotal Yield = Earnings Yield + Dividend Yield, Earnings Yield = Net Income / Market Cap Dividend Yield = Total Dividends / Market Cap is 6.9%, Dividend Yield is 2.8%

Attractive cash flow generation
CFO/Rev LTMCash Flow from Operations / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 15%, CFO LTM is 48 Bil, FCF LTM is 19 Bil

Stock buyback support
Stock Buyback 3Y Total is 58 Bil

Low stock price volatility
Vol 12M is 25%

Megatrend and thematic drivers
Megatrends include US Energy Independence, Energy Transition & Decarbonization, Hydrogen Economy, and Circular Economy & Recycling. Show more.

Weak multi-year price returns
3Y Excs Rtn is -24%

Weak revenue growth
Rev Chg LTMRevenue Change % Last Twelve Months (LTM) is -4.1%, Rev Chg 3Y AvgRevenue Change % averaged over trailing 3 years is -5.8%

Key risks
XOM key risks include [1] growing regulatory, Show more.

0 Attractive yield
Total YieldTotal Yield = Earnings Yield + Dividend Yield, Earnings Yield = Net Income / Market Cap Dividend Yield = Total Dividends / Market Cap is 6.9%, Dividend Yield is 2.8%
1 Attractive cash flow generation
CFO/Rev LTMCash Flow from Operations / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 15%, CFO LTM is 48 Bil, FCF LTM is 19 Bil
2 Stock buyback support
Stock Buyback 3Y Total is 58 Bil
3 Low stock price volatility
Vol 12M is 25%
4 Megatrend and thematic drivers
Megatrends include US Energy Independence, Energy Transition & Decarbonization, Hydrogen Economy, and Circular Economy & Recycling. Show more.
5 Weak multi-year price returns
3Y Excs Rtn is -24%
6 Weak revenue growth
Rev Chg LTMRevenue Change % Last Twelve Months (LTM) is -4.1%, Rev Chg 3Y AvgRevenue Change % averaged over trailing 3 years is -5.8%
7 Key risks
XOM key risks include [1] growing regulatory, Show more.

Valuation & Metrics

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Why The Stock Moved

Qualitative Assessment

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Updated on 6/1/2026

Exxon Mobil (XOM) stock has lost about 5% since 2/28/2026 because of the following key factors:

1. Mixed Q1 2026 Financial Performance and Cautious Demand Outlook.

Exxon Mobil's first-quarter 2026 earnings, reported on May 1, 2026, showed an adjusted earnings per share (excluding identified items) of $1.16, surpassing analysts' consensus estimates of $0.98 or $1.02 per share. Quarterly revenue also exceeded expectations, rising 2.4% year-over-year to $83.16 billion. However, the reported GAAP earnings of $4.2 billion were significantly lower than the $7.7 billion reported in the first quarter of 2025. This decline in year-over-year reported earnings, coupled with projections from the International Energy Agency (IEA) and OPEC forecasting a decrease in global oil demand for 2026 due to high prices and geopolitical tensions, tempered positive sentiment and contributed to a stable stock performance.

2. Significant Volatility in Global Oil Prices Driven by Geopolitical Events.

Global crude oil prices experienced sharp and counteracting fluctuations during the period. Brent crude oil spot prices initially surged in April, reaching a high of $138 per barrel on April 7 and averaging $117 per barrel for the month, primarily due to disruptions in Middle East supply and the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz. This upward pressure on oil prices was subsequently reversed by late May, with Brent falling to $92.05 per barrel, driven by reports of a potential US-Iran deal that raised hopes for easing geopolitical tensions. These rapid shifts in the macroeconomic oil price environment, along with OPEC+ decisions to adjust production, created conflicting forces on Exxon Mobil's valuation, leading to a largely sideways stock movement.

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Stock Movement Drivers

Fundamental Drivers

The -2.9% change in XOM stock from 2/28/2026 to 6/12/2026 was primarily driven by a -12.8% change in the company's Net Income Margin (%).
(LTM values as of)22820266122026Change
Stock Price ($)151.47147.01-2.9%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)323,905326,0080.6%
Net Income Margin (%)8.9%7.8%-12.8%
P/E Multiple22.224.49.7%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)4,2364,2020.8%
Cumulative Contribution-2.9%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

2/28/2026 to 6/12/2026
ReturnCorrelation
XOM-2.9% 
Market (SPY)8.4%-46.1%
Sector (XLE)3.6%93.1%

Fundamental Drivers

The 28.5% change in XOM stock from 11/30/2025 to 6/12/2026 was primarily driven by a 49.1% change in the company's P/E Multiple.
(LTM values as of)113020256122026Change
Stock Price ($)114.38147.0128.5%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)324,924326,0080.3%
Net Income Margin (%)9.2%7.8%-15.8%
P/E Multiple16.424.449.1%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)4,2854,2022.0%
Cumulative Contribution28.5%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

11/30/2025 to 6/12/2026
ReturnCorrelation
XOM28.5% 
Market (SPY)9.2%-29.9%
Sector (XLE)29.2%92.4%

Fundamental Drivers

The 48.3% change in XOM stock from 5/31/2025 to 6/12/2026 was primarily driven by a 86.8% change in the company's P/E Multiple.
(LTM values as of)53120256122026Change
Stock Price ($)99.14147.0148.3%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)339,894326,008-4.1%
Net Income Margin (%)9.8%7.8%-20.4%
P/E Multiple13.124.486.8%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)4,3724,2024.0%
Cumulative Contribution48.3%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

5/31/2025 to 6/12/2026
ReturnCorrelation
XOM48.3% 
Market (SPY)27.3%-18.5%
Sector (XLE)45.7%90.9%

Fundamental Drivers

The 59.0% change in XOM stock from 5/31/2023 to 6/12/2026 was primarily driven by a 297.0% change in the company's P/E Multiple.
(LTM values as of)53120236122026Change
Stock Price ($)92.43147.0159.0%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)394,585326,008-17.4%
Net Income Margin (%)15.6%7.8%-50.3%
P/E Multiple6.124.4297.0%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)4,1024,202-2.4%
Cumulative Contribution59.0%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

5/31/2023 to 6/12/2026
ReturnCorrelation
XOM59.0% 
Market (SPY)84.5%17.9%
Sector (XLE)65.7%90.0%

Return vs. Risk

Price Returns Compared

 202120222023202420252026Total [1]
Returns
XOM Return58%87%-6%11%16%23%341%
Peers Return60%83%4%-7%10%41%341%
S&P 500 Return27%-19%24%23%16%8%97%

Monthly Win Rates [3]
XOM Win Rate75%67%42%58%67%67% 
Peers Win Rate63%65%53%45%65%73% 
S&P 500 Win Rate75%42%67%75%67%50% 

Max Drawdowns [4]
XOM Max Drawdown-17%-21%-18%-15%-16%-16% 
Peers Max Drawdown-23%-29%-23%-30%-25%-15% 
S&P 500 Max Drawdown-5%-25%-10%-8%-19%-9% 


[1] Cumulative total returns since the beginning of 2021
[2] Peers: CVX, COP, OXY, MPC, VLO. See XOM Returns vs. Peers.
[3] Win Rate = % of calendar months in which monthly returns were positive
[4] Max drawdown represents maximum peak-to-trough decline within a year
[5] 2026 data is for the year up to 6/12/2026 (YTD)

How Low Can It Go

EventXOMS&P 500
2023 SVB Regional Banking Crisis
  % Loss-15.2%-6.7%
  % Gain to Breakeven18.0%7.1%
  Time to Breakeven38 days31 days
2020 COVID-19 Crash
  % Loss-47.9%-33.7%
  % Gain to Breakeven91.9%50.9%
  Time to Breakeven338 days140 days
Q4 2018 Fed Policy Error / Growth Scare
  % Loss-23.2%-19.2%
  % Gain to Breakeven30.2%23.8%
  Time to Breakeven1114 days105 days
2015-2016 China Devaluation / Global Growth Scare
  % Loss-12.8%-12.2%
  % Gain to Breakeven14.6%13.9%
  Time to Breakeven43 days62 days
2014-2016 Oil Price Collapse
  % Loss-28.7%-6.8%
  % Gain to Breakeven40.2%7.3%
  Time to Breakeven311 days15 days
2011 US Debt Ceiling Crisis & European Contagion
  % Loss-19.6%-17.9%
  % Gain to Breakeven24.4%21.8%
  Time to Breakeven134 days123 days

Compare to CVX, COP, OXY, MPC, VLO

In The Past

Exxon Mobil's stock fell -9.4% during the 2025 US Tariff Shock. Such a loss loss requires a 10.4% gain to breakeven.

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EventXOMS&P 500
2020 COVID-19 Crash
  % Loss-47.9%-33.7%
  % Gain to Breakeven91.9%50.9%
  Time to Breakeven338 days140 days
Q4 2018 Fed Policy Error / Growth Scare
  % Loss-23.2%-19.2%
  % Gain to Breakeven30.2%23.8%
  Time to Breakeven1114 days105 days
2014-2016 Oil Price Collapse
  % Loss-28.7%-6.8%
  % Gain to Breakeven40.2%7.3%
  Time to Breakeven311 days15 days
2008-2009 Global Financial Crisis
  % Loss-33.3%-53.4%
  % Gain to Breakeven50.0%114.4%
  Time to Breakeven1190 days1085 days

Compare to CVX, COP, OXY, MPC, VLO

In The Past

Exxon Mobil's stock fell -9.4% during the 2025 US Tariff Shock. Such a loss loss requires a 10.4% gain to breakeven.

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Limiting losses and compounding gains is essential to preserving wealth.

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About Exxon Mobil (XOM)

Exxon Mobil Corporation explores for and produces crude oil and natural gas in the United States and internationally. It operates through Upstream, Downstream, and Chemical segments. The company is also involved in the manufacture, trade, transport, and sale of crude oil, natural gas, petroleum products, petrochemicals, and other specialty products; manufactures and sells petrochemicals, including olefins, polyolefins, aromatics, and various other petrochemicals; and captures and stores carbon, hydrogen, and biofuels. As of December 31, 2021, it had approximately 20,528 net operated wells with proved reserves. The company was founded in 1870 and is headquartered in Irving, Texas.

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3. Amazon for the world's fuel and chemical needs.

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  • Crude Oil and Natural Gas: Exxon Mobil explores for, produces, and sells crude oil and natural gas.
  • Petroleum Products: The company manufactures, trades, transports, and sells refined petroleum products like gasoline, diesel, and lubricants.
  • Petrochemicals: Exxon Mobil produces and sells a variety of petrochemicals, including olefins, polyolefins, and aromatics.
  • Carbon Capture and Storage: The company provides services for capturing and storing carbon dioxide.
  • Hydrogen and Biofuels: Exxon Mobil is involved in the production and sale of hydrogen and biofuels.

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Darren W. Woods, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer

Darren W. Woods is a career veteran of ExxonMobil, having joined Exxon Company International in 1992 as a planning analyst in Florham Park, New Jersey. He progressed through a variety of domestic and international assignments for Exxon Company International, ExxonMobil Chemical Company, and ExxonMobil Refining and Supply Company. Woods served as vice president of ExxonMobil Chemical Company, managing global specialty-chemical businesses, and later as director of refining for Europe, Africa, and the Middle East for ExxonMobil Refining and Supply Company. He was appointed president of ExxonMobil Refining and Supply Company and vice president of Exxon Mobil Corporation in 2012, and then elected senior vice president in 2014. Effective January 1, 2016, Woods was elected president of Exxon Mobil Corporation and a member of the board of directors, and on January 1, 2017, he was elected Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Woods earned a Bachelor of Science degree in electrical engineering from Texas A&M University and a Master of Business Administration from Northwestern's Kellogg School of Management. He has not founded or managed other companies, sold companies, or managed companies backed by private equity firms.

Neil A. Hansen, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

Neil A. Hansen assumed the role of Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Exxon Mobil Corporation effective February 1, 2026. Prior to this, he served as President of ExxonMobil Global Business Solutions from May 2025. His earlier roles include Senior Vice President, Energy Products for ExxonMobil Product Solutions Company from April 2022 to May 2025, and Vice President, Europe, Africa & Middle East Fuels from March 2020 to April 2022. Mr. Hansen has also held several senior finance positions within the corporation's Controllers, Audit, Treasurers, and Investor Relations departments, including Vice President, Investor Relations and Corporate Secretary from 2018 to 2020. He joined ExxonMobil in 2000 as a Financial Analyst in Exploration. Mr. Hansen received his MBA in Finance from the Thunderbird School of Global Management and is a graduate of the University of St. Thomas. He has not founded or managed other companies, sold companies, or managed companies backed by private equity firms.

Neil A. Chapman, Senior Vice President

Neil A. Chapman joined the Exxon Mobil Corporation Management Committee as Senior Vice President in 2018. He began his career with Esso Chemical Company in 1984 in the United Kingdom, progressing through various engineering, operations, planning, and commercial roles in chemical affiliates across the United Kingdom, Belgium, the United States, and Hong Kong. Following the Exxon and Mobil merger, he served as ExxonMobil Chemical Company's Asia Pacific polyolefins sales manager and was the project executive for the Fujian integrated refining and ethylene joint venture project in China. His experience also includes roles in aviation fuels marketing, industrial and wholesale fuels, and as vice president of ExxonMobil Chemical Company's global polyethylene business. He served as executive assistant to the chairman of Exxon Mobil Corporation and later as president of ExxonMobil Global Services Company. Mr. Chapman was appointed Senior Vice President for global polymers businesses in ExxonMobil Chemical Company in 2011 and became President of ExxonMobil Chemical Company in 2015. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in chemical engineering from the University of Surrey, England.

Jack P. Williams, Senior Vice President

Jack P. Williams was elected Senior Vice President of Exxon Mobil Corporation in 2014. Before taking on his current position, he served as executive vice president of ExxonMobil Production Company. From 2010 to 2013, Mr. Williams was president of XTO Energy Inc., which ExxonMobil acquired in 2010. His career at Exxon began in April 1987 as a drilling engineer in New Orleans, Louisiana. He held various technical, supervisory, and planning positions, including two years in the U.S. upstream planning organization, operations superintendent for East Texas field areas, and operations manager for Gulf Coast and offshore California properties. He also oversaw the company's North Slope and Cook Inlet interests in Alaska and served as deputy production manager for South China Sea operations in Malaysia. Mr. Williams is a graduate of Vanderbilt University with a Bachelor of Engineering degree.

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The key risks to Exxon Mobil's business include:
  • Climate Change and Energy Transition Risks

    Exxon Mobil faces significant and growing risks associated with climate change and the global energy transition. This includes increasing regulatory and environmental pressures, such as stringent climate policies and carbon emissions regulations, which can impact operations and profitability, requiring substantial investments for compliance. Shareholders have consistently pressed the company for clearer disclosures on climate-change financial risks, particularly concerning the impact of global climate agreements like the Paris Agreement on its reserves and financial profile. The long-term reliance on fossil fuels also exposes Exxon Mobil to risks as the world shifts towards lower-carbon energy sources, leading to potential stranded assets and heightened climate-related liabilities. Furthermore, the company has faced scrutiny for historically downplaying climate science, despite its own scientists accurately predicting global warming, which poses reputational and litigation risks. The potential threat by Exxon Mobil to exit the European market due to strict sustainability regulations, such as the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD), further underscores the regulatory challenges it faces.

  • Commodity Price Volatility

    As a major explorer and producer of crude oil and natural gas, Exxon Mobil's financial performance is highly susceptible to the volatility of commodity prices. Fluctuations in the prices of crude oil, natural gas, and petrochemicals can significantly impact the company's revenue, earnings, cash flow, and capital spending plans. Economic downturns, geopolitical tensions, and imbalances between global supply and demand are key drivers of this market volatility. The company's strong cash flow generation is heavily dependent on sustained high oil and gas prices, and a prolonged decline in these prices would significantly erode its operating cash flow.

  • Geopolitical Risks

    Exxon Mobil's extensive international operations expose it to various geopolitical risks that can disrupt its business. These risks include political instability, conflicts, and regional tensions, particularly in critical energy-producing and transit regions like the Persian Gulf. Events such as the potential closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a vital chokepoint for global oil flows, could lead to operational disruptions and sharp spikes in crude prices, impacting global supply chains and the cost of operations. Such unforeseen events and supply disruptions can have an unpredictable and substantial effect on Exxon Mobil's facilities, production, and overall market dynamics.

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The accelerating global energy transition, driven by advancements in renewable energy technologies, electric vehicle adoption, and increasing governmental and societal pressure for decarbonization, poses a clear emerging threat. This trend directly challenges the long-term demand for crude oil and natural gas, which constitute the vast majority of Exxon Mobil's core business operations across its Upstream, Downstream, and Chemical segments. As alternative energy sources become more prevalent and cost-competitive, and as regulations favor lower-carbon solutions, the market for traditional fossil fuels faces a sustained and systemic decline.

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Exxon Mobil (XOM) operates in several large addressable markets for its main products and services. The market sizes for these key areas, primarily on a global scale, are outlined below:

  • Crude Oil: The global crude oil market size was valued at approximately USD 3.05 trillion in 2025.
  • Natural Gas: The global natural gas market was valued at approximately USD 1.48 trillion in 2025, and is projected to grow.
  • Petroleum Products (Refined Products): The global refined petroleum products market is estimated to be USD 1.17 trillion in 2025.
  • Petrochemicals: The global petrochemical market size was estimated at approximately USD 700.53 billion in 2025.
  • Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS): The global carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) technologies market was valued at approximately USD 4.57 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 68.92 billion by 2034.
  • Hydrogen: The global hydrogen market size was valued at approximately USD 229.53 billion in 2025. For green hydrogen specifically, the market size was USD 12.31 billion in 2025 and is predicted to increase significantly.
  • Biofuels: The global biofuels market is projected to be valued at approximately USD 178.34 billion in 2025.

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Exxon Mobil (XOM) is anticipated to drive future revenue growth over the next two to three years through several key strategies:

  1. Increased Upstream Production from Key Basins and LNG Projects: Exxon Mobil projects significant growth in its upstream production, particularly from advantaged assets such as the Permian Basin in the U.S., Guyana's Stabroek Block, and various Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) projects globally. The company expects these high-return, low-cost-of-supply assets to constitute a substantial portion of its total production by 2030, with upstream production targeted to reach approximately 5.5 million oil-equivalent barrels per day by that time. Permian production alone is projected to exceed 2.5 million oil-equivalent barrels per day beyond 2030. This growth is bolstered by strategic acquisitions, such as Pioneer Natural Resources, which are expected to generate significant synergies and boost production capacity.
  2. Expansion into High-Value Products within Product Solutions: The company is accelerating its shift towards a more profitable product mix within its Product Solutions segment, which encompasses its downstream and chemical operations. This strategy involves increasing the production and sale of high-value products, including performance chemicals, lower-emission fuels, and high-value lubricants, targeting substantial earnings growth by 2030. Exxon Mobil aims to transform lower-value molecules into higher-value products through strategic investments and proprietary technology deployment.
  3. Growth of Low Carbon Solutions Business: Exxon Mobil is making substantial investments in its Low Carbon Solutions business, targeting areas such as carbon capture and storage (CCS), hydrogen production, and lithium supply for batteries. The company plans to pursue up to $30 billion in lower-emission investment opportunities between 2025 and 2030, with a significant portion directed towards reducing emissions for third-party customers. This segment is expected to contribute new revenue streams and generate considerable earnings by 2030 and beyond, driven by supportive government policies and market interest.
  4. Technological Advancements and Operational Efficiencies: The deployment of advanced technologies is a key driver for enhancing production and optimizing value across Exxon Mobil's operations. Examples include the use of lightweight proppant in Permian Basin wells, which has demonstrated increased recovery, and the scaling of proprietary Proxxima™ systems for various industrial applications. These technological advancements, coupled with ongoing structural cost savings, contribute to higher output from existing assets and improved overall profitability, indirectly boosting revenue by maximizing resource utilization and product realization.

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Share Repurchases

  • Exxon Mobil repurchased $17.748 billion in shares in 2023, $19.629 billion in 2024, and $20.273 billion in 2025.
  • The company is on track to repurchase $20 billion of its shares in 2025 and plans to maintain this pace through 2026.
  • Share repurchases were $154 million in 2021 and $4.675 billion in 2022.

Outbound Investments

  • Exxon Mobil announced a $59.5 billion all-stock deal to acquire Pioneer Natural Resources in October 2023, valued at $64.5 billion including net debt. This acquisition is expected to fortify domestic production in the Permian Basin.
  • The company intends to divest approximately $25 billion of hydrocarbon assets through 2025 to focus on more profitable projects, with asset sales occurring in Asia, Africa, and Europe.
  • ExxonMobil made a $100 million investment in the chip industry in 2025.

Capital Expenditures

  • Exxon Mobil's capital expenditures were $18.407 billion in 2022, $21.919 billion in 2023, $24.306 billion in 2024, and $28.358 billion in 2025.
  • The company expects cash capital expenditures to be $27-$29 billion in 2026.
  • Capital expenditures are primarily focused on increasing oil and gas production in the Permian Basin, deepwater production offshore Guyana and Brazil, and liquefied natural gas (LNG) production in Papua New Guinea and Mozambique.

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Financials

XOMCVXCOPOXYMPCVLOMedian
NameExxon Mo.Chevron ConocoPh.Occident.Marathon.Valero E. 
Mkt Price147.01187.22116.9856.54263.58258.67167.12
Mkt Cap617.7370.7143.256.077.877.1110.5
Rev LTM326,008185,88758,18820,020135,382124,810130,096
Op Inc LTM29,43915,59910,5113,1726,4505,8128,480
FCF LTM18,79213,7815,8533,3665,7025,5525,778
FCF 3Y Avg26,36115,2337,6024,7376,5785,8157,090
CFO LTM47,72231,26417,9769,6659,4386,26413,820
CFO 3Y Avg51,57532,11619,59210,8979,3666,65315,244

Growth & Margins

XOMCVXCOPOXYMPCVLOMedian
NameExxon Mo.Chevron ConocoPh.Occident.Marathon.Valero E. 
Rev Chg LTM-4.1%-3.7%1.3%-7.9%-1.7%-2.8%-3.2%
Rev Chg 3Y Avg-5.8%-6.9%-7.2%-15.7%-7.9%-10.3%-7.5%
Rev Chg Q2.6%3.2%-4.6%-8.3%8.5%7.0%2.9%
QoQ Delta Rev Chg LTM0.6%0.8%-1.3%-2.3%2.0%1.7%0.7%
Op Inc Chg LTM-25.6%-9.6%-22.5%-37.5%49.2%151.9%-16.1%
Op Inc Chg 3Y Avg-23.8%-26.2%-21.9%-25.3%-20.3%9.3%-22.9%
Op Mgn LTM9.0%8.4%18.1%15.8%4.8%4.7%8.7%
Op Mgn 3Y Avg10.9%10.0%22.6%19.0%4.9%4.4%10.4%
QoQ Delta Op Mgn LTM-1.4%-0.6%-1.2%-1.7%0.4%1.1%-0.9%
CFO/Rev LTM14.6%16.8%30.9%48.3%7.0%5.0%15.7%
CFO/Rev 3Y Avg15.5%16.8%34.4%51.3%6.7%5.1%16.2%
FCF/Rev LTM5.8%7.4%10.1%16.8%4.2%4.4%6.6%
FCF/Rev 3Y Avg7.9%8.0%13.4%22.2%4.7%4.4%7.9%

Valuation

XOMCVXCOPOXYMPCVLOMedian
NameExxon Mo.Chevron ConocoPh.Occident.Marathon.Valero E. 
Mkt Cap617.7370.7143.256.077.877.1110.5
P/S1.92.02.52.80.60.61.9
P/Op Inc21.023.813.617.612.113.315.6
P/EBIT16.519.111.216.98.512.414.5
P/E24.433.719.611.816.818.318.9
P/CFO12.911.98.05.88.212.310.0
Total Yield6.9%6.6%7.9%8.5%7.4%7.3%7.4%
Dividend Yield2.8%3.6%2.8%0.0%1.5%1.8%2.3%
FCF Yield 3Y Avg5.0%4.8%5.2%8.8%10.3%10.6%7.0%
D/E0.10.10.20.30.40.10.2
Net D/E0.10.10.10.20.40.10.1

Returns

XOMCVXCOPOXYMPCVLOMedian
NameExxon Mo.Chevron ConocoPh.Occident.Marathon.Valero E. 
1M Rtn-2.4%1.6%-0.4%1.1%6.2%6.5%1.3%
3M Rtn-5.2%-4.0%-3.3%-1.9%17.0%12.7%-2.6%
6M Rtn25.4%27.2%24.3%39.0%43.1%55.4%33.1%
12M Rtn38.2%34.6%27.6%28.9%62.8%98.7%36.4%
3Y Rtn52.7%34.0%24.9%1.5%149.2%149.4%43.3%
1M Excs Rtn-2.2%1.7%-0.2%1.3%6.4%6.6%1.5%
3M Excs Rtn-17.2%-16.1%-15.4%-13.9%4.9%0.7%-14.6%
6M Excs Rtn16.7%18.1%14.8%28.8%31.1%40.7%23.4%
12M Excs Rtn15.4%11.3%6.1%5.3%39.8%74.5%13.4%
3Y Excs Rtn-24.4%-41.2%-50.9%-74.5%71.5%74.3%-32.8%

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Financials

Segment Financials

Revenue by Segment
$ Mil20252024202320222021
Energy Products290,317310,516320,122371,872208,906
Upstream101,795103,57385,527116,89821,797
Chemical Products32,31034,11833,89941,90128,628
Specialty Products20,40321,28821,53223,29117,331
Intersegment revenue -130,359-126,451-155,564 
Corporate and Financing   27730
Total444,825339,136334,629398,675276,692


Operating Income by Segment
$ Mil1999199719961995
Exploration and Production5,886   
Chemical1,3542,0781,1992,734
Refining and Marketing1,227   
Other Operations-557   
Petroleum 9,6758,7176,654
Total7,91011,7539,9169,388


Net Income by Segment
$ Mil20252024202320222021
Upstream21,35425,39021,30836,47915,775
Energy Products7,4234,03312,14214,966-346
Specialty Products2,8573,0522,7142,4153,259
Chemical Products8002,5771,6373,5436,989
Corporate and Financing -1,372-1,791-1,663-2,636
Total32,43433,68036,01055,74023,041


Assets by Segment
$ Mil20252024202320222021
Upstream287,571289,523206,366206,459209,272
Energy Products79,91775,54274,46073,56564,630
Chemical Products35,35635,13734,67533,21731,250
Corporate and Financing35,15542,35149,81744,67122,863
Specialty Products10,98110,92210,99911,15510,908
Total448,980453,475376,317369,067338,923


Price Behavior

Price Behavior
Market Price$147.01 
Market Cap ($ Bil)617.7 
First Trading Date01/02/1970 
Distance from 52W High-13.7% 
   50 Days200 Days
DMA Price$151.29$132.45
DMA Trendupdown
Distance from DMA-2.8%11.0%
 3M1YR
Volatility30.7%24.6%
Downside Capture-105.44-82.63
Upside Capture-80.41-22.68
Correlation (SPY)-48.1%-19.6%
XOM Betas & Captures as of 5/31/2026

 1M2M3M6M1Y3Y
Beta-2.23-1.94-1.10-0.73-0.390.28
Up Beta-3.42-2.37-1.46-0.99-0.660.30
Down Beta-3.38-2.57-0.66-0.060.170.64
Up Capture-124%-101%-72%-33%-10%4%
Bmk +ve Days13283667141432
Stock +ve Days9193469143400
Down Capture-202%-234%-150%-196%-154%-2%
Bmk -ve Days7132757109318
Stock -ve Days11222954106348

[1] Upside and downside betas calculated using positive and negative benchmark daily returns respectively
Based On 1-Year Data
Annualized
Return
Annualized
Volatility
Sharpe
Ratio
Correlation
with XOM
XOM39.0%24.5%1.29-
Sector ETF (XLE)37.8%20.6%1.4590.8%
Equity (SPY)24.9%12.3%1.52-20.0%
Gold (GLD)25.5%27.4%0.811.1%
Commodities (DBC)30.1%19.0%1.2558.6%
Real Estate (VNQ)13.5%13.5%0.69-10.0%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)-41.8%42.2%-1.160.1%

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Based On 5-Year Data
Annualized
Return
Annualized
Volatility
Sharpe
Ratio
Correlation
with XOM
XOM23.7%26.7%0.79-
Sector ETF (XLE)20.1%26.0%0.7092.7%
Equity (SPY)13.5%17.1%0.6129.0%
Gold (GLD)16.8%18.2%0.7511.7%
Commodities (DBC)8.4%19.4%0.3361.7%
Real Estate (VNQ)2.8%18.8%0.0523.0%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)13.6%54.4%0.449.8%

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Based On 10-Year Data
Annualized
Return
Annualized
Volatility
Sharpe
Ratio
Correlation
with XOM
XOM9.9%28.2%0.38-
Sector ETF (XLE)10.0%29.6%0.3892.0%
Equity (SPY)15.3%17.9%0.7349.1%
Gold (GLD)12.5%16.1%0.644.7%
Commodities (DBC)6.7%18.0%0.2957.6%
Real Estate (VNQ)5.7%20.7%0.2440.2%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)60.2%66.8%1.0011.5%

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Short Interest

Short Interest: As Of Date5292026
Short Interest: Shares Quantity42.1 Mil
Short Interest: % Change Since 51520263.0%
Average Daily Volume17.8 Mil
Days-to-Cover Short Interest2.4 days
Basic Shares Quantity4,202.0 Mil
Short % of Basic Shares1.0%

Earnings Returns History

Updated 6/4/2026
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 Forward Returns
Earnings Date1D Returns5D Returns21D Returns
5/1/2026-1.0%-5.0%-2.6%
1/30/20260.6%4.0%10.5%
10/31/2025-0.3%-0.2%1.5%
8/1/2025-1.8%-5.1%3.3%
5/2/20250.4%0.3%-1.7%
1/31/2025-2.5%-1.0%-0.8%
11/1/2024-1.6%3.7%1.7%
8/2/2024-0.1%0.8%1.7%
...
SUMMARY STATS   
# Positive101514
# Negative14910
Median Positive1.4%3.3%3.4%
Median Negative-1.7%-4.2%-2.5%
Max Positive6.4%16.0%28.0%
Max Negative-2.9%-9.2%-9.4%

SEC Filings

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Report DateFiling DateFiling
03/31/202605/04/202610-Q
12/31/202502/18/202610-K
09/30/202511/03/202510-Q
06/30/202508/04/202510-Q
03/31/202505/05/202510-Q
12/31/202402/19/202510-K
09/30/202411/04/202410-Q
06/30/202408/05/202410-Q
03/31/202404/29/202410-Q
12/31/202302/28/202410-K
09/30/202310/31/202310-Q
06/30/202308/01/202310-Q
03/31/202305/02/202310-Q
12/31/202202/22/202310-K
09/30/202211/02/202210-Q
06/30/202208/03/202210-Q

Recent Forward Guidance

Updated 5/31/2026

Latest: Q1 2026 Earnings Reported 5/1/2026

Forward GuidanceGuidance Change
MetricLowMidHigh% Chg% DeltaChangePrior
2030 Structural Cost Savings 20.00 Bil 0 AffirmedGuidance: 20.00 Bil for 2030
2026 Share Repurchases 20.00 Bil 0 AffirmedGuidance: 20.00 Bil for 2026
2026 Capital Expenditures27.00 Bil28.00 Bil29.00 Bil0 AffirmedGuidance: 28.00 Bil for 2026

Prior: Q4 2025 Earnings Reported 1/30/2026

Forward GuidanceGuidance Change
MetricLowMidHigh% Chg% DeltaChangePrior
2026 Cash Capital Expenditures27.00 Bil28.00 Bil29.00 Bil3.7% RaisedGuidance: 27.00 Bil for 2025
2030 Structural Cost Savings 20.00 Bil 11.1% RaisedGuidance: 18.00 Bil for 2030
2026 Share Repurchases 20.00 Bil 0 AffirmedGuidance: 20.00 Bil for 2025

Insider Activity

Updated 5/27/2026
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#OwnerTitleHoldingActionFiling DatePriceSharesTransacted
Value
Value of
Held Shares
Form
1Talley, Darrin LVP - Corp Strategic PlanningRevocable TrustSell3172026155.501,080167,9352,662,696Form
2Talley, Darrin LVP - Corp Strategic PlanningRevocable TrustSell3032026157.822,150339,3132,872,957Form
3Talley, Darrin LVP - Corp Strategic PlanningRevocable TrustSell2092026149.183,230481,8353,036,308Form
4Talley, Darrin LVP - Corp Strategic PlanningRevocable TrustSell2032026139.755,000698,7533,295,879Form
5Talley, Darrin LVP - Corp Strategic PlanningRevocable TrustSell12182025117.193,000351,5703,349,759Form

XOM Trade Sentinel


Stock Conviction

OVERWEIGHT (Score 9-10)

CONVICTION RATIONALE

The probability-adjusted skew is exceptionally attractive at 3.5x. This is driven by a 'RESILIENT' competitive moat (due to widening structural advantages) and a strong sector backdrop, which assigns a high (70%) probability to the upside case. The stock is judged to be CHEAP, with a clear alpha driver in its low-cost production growth that provides a fundamental basis for potential re-rating, justifying an OVERWEIGHT rating.

STOCK ARCHETYPE
Cyclical / Commodity

Exxon Mobil's revenue is overwhelmingly dictated by global oil and gas prices (commodities), making its earnings and stock price inherently cyclical. The business strategy focuses on supply/demand dynamics and achieving the lowest cost of production to maximize profitability across the cycle.

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INVESTMENT THESIS
Advantaged Asset Production Growth Driving Mid-Cycle Free Cash Flow

The core long thesis rests on XOM's superior, low-cost asset base, particularly in Guyana and the Permian basin. These assets allow the company to profitably grow production volumes even in a stable or moderately weak commodity price environment, generating significant free cash flow through the cycle.

Mechanism: By focusing capital expenditures on projects with low breakeven costs (e.g., Guyana <$35/barrel), XOM can sustain high margins and shareholder returns (dividends/buybacks) regardless of volatile spot prices, differentiating it from higher-cost producers who must curtail activity.
Supporting Evidence:
  • Production from advantaged assets in Guyana and the Permian is growing, with Q4 2025 production hitting a 40-year high at 5.0 million oil-equivalent barrels per day.
  • The Stabroek block in Guyana is one of the lowest-cost new oil developments globally, providing a structural margin advantage.
  • The company's breakeven portfolio price is below $40/bbl, ensuring cash flow generation in most macroeconomic scenarios.
PRIMARY RISK
Commodity Price Decline Driven by Global Macro Softening

The primary risk is a significant downturn in global crude oil prices (e.g., below $60/bbl) caused by a global recession or a breakdown in OPEC+ production discipline. Despite XOM's low-cost position, a severe price drop would materially impact revenue, earnings, and cash flow, overriding operational successes.

Mechanism: As a price taker, XOM has no control over its primary revenue driver. A sharp price decline would lead to immediate downward revisions of EPS estimates and could force a reduction in the pace of share buybacks, a key component of its shareholder return program.
Supporting Evidence:
  • The company's primary bear case is explicitly a 'Commodity Price Crash <$60/bbl'.
  • Analysts are already revising EPS estimates downward for 2026 and 2027, indicating sensitivity to a softening price outlook.
Key KPI Watchlist
KPI Threshold Rationale
Upstream Production VolumeGuidance of ~3.8-3.9 Million BOE/dayThis is the primary driver of the 'Alpha' thesis. Meeting or exceeding production targets validates execution and the value of advantaged assets.
Brent Crude Spot PriceSustained price <$70/bblThis is the trigger for the 'Anti-Alpha' risk. A breach of this level would signal a cyclical downturn and lead to significant negative EPS revisions.
Product Solutions Segment MarginsQoQ decline >10%Weakness in this downstream segment, as noted in recent earnings, is a key near-term risk. Further margin compression would indicate a cyclical peak in refining and chemicals, dragging on overall earnings.
Core Investment Debate

Operational Excellence vs. Macro Headwinds

BULL VIEW

XOM's superior, low-cost assets are driving historic production growth, generating significant free cash flow that can sustain shareholder returns regardless of price volatility.

CORE TENSION

Can record-breaking production volumes from advantaged assets (Guyana, Permian) offset the negative impact of softening global commodity prices and weakening downstream margins?


PREVAILING SENTIMENT
NEUTRAL

The latest earnings report showed record production hitting 5.0 million BOE/day, but the stock fell as analysts focused on downward EPS revisions and weak international chemical earnings.

BEAR VIEW

As a price-taker, XOM's strong operational performance is irrelevant if a global slowdown or OPEC+ breakdown causes a commodity price crash, crushing revenue and earnings.

Next 6 months: Risks and Catalysts
Timeline Event & Metric To Watch
Late April 2026
Q1 2026 Earnings Call
Watch: Product Solutions segment margins and FY26 production guidance. A decline greater than 10% in margins would be a major negative.
Ongoing (Next 6 Months)
OPEC+ Ministerial Meeting
Watch: Any change in production quotas. Statements suggesting a shift from cuts to a market share strategy would be a key negative signal.
Anytime
Geopolitical Developments in Guyana
Watch: Reports of Venezuelan naval incursions or attempts to interdict drilling ships in the Stabroek block.
Mid-2026
EPA Methane Rules Update
Watch: Company disclosures on estimated compliance costs for the EPA's Waste Emissions Charge (WEC) on methane.
Key Events in Last 6 Months
Date Event Stock Impact
2025-09-03
Barclays CEO Energy Power Conference
Details: ExxonMobil participated in the Barclays conference, providing an update to the investment community on its operations and outlook.
Fell notably by -2.42%
$113.69 -> $110.93
2025-10-31
Q3 2025 Earnings Release
Details: Announced strong Q3 earnings of $1.76 per share and record production in Guyana and the Permian. The company returned $9.4 billion to shareholders.
Muted (-0.29%)
$113.69 -> $113.36
2025-12-09
Corporate Plan Update
Details: ExxonMobil held an event to update investors and analysts on its corporate plan, providing long-term strategic outlook and capital allocation priorities.
Rose significantly by 1.96%
$115.98 -> $118.25
2026-01-09
Geopolitical Development
Details: CEO Darren Woods met with the U.S. President to discuss the future of the oil and gas industry in Venezuela, a key region for future growth and risk.
Modest 1.38% gain
$122.91 -> $124.61
2026-01-30
Q4 2025 Earnings Release
Details: Reported adjusted EPS of $1.71 (beat) on record annual production. However, the stock reaction was muted due to weaker crude prices and significant margin compression in Chemical Products.
Flat (0.63%)
$140.51 -> $141.40
2026-02-05
Strategic Asset Purchase
Details: ExxonMobil completed the $2.32 billion purchase of the 'One Guyana' FPSO vessel, taking full ownership of its key production asset in the Stabroek block ahead of schedule.
Modest 0.99% gain
$147.59 -> $149.05
Risk Management
Position Sizing

1% - 3%

CONSERVATIVE

Stock has spiking near-term volatility. While valuation is cheap and the moat is strong, the Neutral sentiment, low revenue visibility, and clear cyclical headwinds in downstream warrant a cautious initial position.

Diversification Alternatives
COP
SECTOR

Offers a more pure-play upstream exposure without the cyclical drag from downstream/chemical operations that is currently pressuring XOM. Valuation is also comparatively cheaper.

Core Thesis: A high-quality, low-cost producer focused on shareholder returns through disciplined capital allocation, with strong inventory in key U.S. unconventional basins.
CNQ
SECTOR

Demonstrates strong production growth and a disciplined financial policy with a focus on shareholder returns. Operates in a stable regulatory environment in North America.

Core Thesis: A diversified portfolio of long-life, low-decline assets, particularly in Canadian oil sands, generates consistent free cash flow through commodity cycles, supporting a growing dividend.
How Is The Market Pricing XOM?

Exxon Mobil is transitioning from a traditional oil and gas major to an integrated energy leader emphasizing advantaged production assets and nascent low-carbon solutions.

Focus on news that clarifies operational performance in key growth regions, progress in low-carbon initiatives, and significant shifts in global commodity markets.

What will confirm the thesis

News of increased production volumes in the Permian Basin or Guyana, concrete advancements and partnerships in the Low Carbon Solutions business, and sustained or rising crude oil and natural gas prices above EIA forecasts will accelerate the re-rate.

What will damage the thesis

Reports of significant operational delays or cost overruns in Permian or Guyana projects, a sustained and substantial drop in global commodity prices, or regulatory hurdles impacting the Low Carbon Solutions business will damage the re-rate.

Noise: Real but irrelevant to thesis

General industry discussions on energy transition without specific impact on Exxon Mobil's Low Carbon Solutions projects or financial commitments, minor geopolitical shifts not directly impacting production volumes or commodity prices by >$5/bbl, and routine legal proceedings unrelated to core operations are noise because they do not directly alter the company's production growth trajectory, project timelines, or commodity price realization.

Repricing Catalyst

The repricing catalyst is driven by sustained production growth from advantaged assets in the Permian Basin and Guyana, coupled with tangible progress and revenue generation from the Low Carbon Solutions business, aiming to contribute a meaningful, but currently unspecified, portion of future revenue over the next 3-5 years. Specific revenue magnitude for these initiatives is not provided in the enclosed information.

What XOM Makes & Who Pays
TTM figures based on Q4 2025 Earnings, reported January 30, 2026
Upstream Oil & Gas Production
$0.0B TTM (% of Total) · % Margin
What It Is

Crude oil, natural gas, natural gas liquids extracted from major fields including the Permian basin and Guyana.

Who Pays & How

Global refineries and petrochemical companies pay for crude oil and natural gas as essential feedstock. Customers face high switching costs due to infrastructure requirements and long-term supply contracts.

Per-unit sale of crude oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids.
Competition
Shell (e.g., in global LNG markets), Chevron (e.g., in Permian Basin)
Shell has a strong position in integrated LNG value chains and renewables. Chevron benefits from a significant Permian footprint.
ExxonMobil's moat in Upstream is built on its immense scale, operational efficiency, and ownership of advantaged, low-cost-of-supply assets in regions like Guyana and the Permian basin.
Energy Products (Refining & Marketing)
$0.0B TTM (% of Total) · % Margin
What It Is

Gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, lubricants, and other refined petroleum products sold under brand names like Exxon and Mobil.

Who Pays & How

Businesses (e.g., transportation, industrial) and consumers pay for fuels and lubricants. Customers face convenience-based switching costs at the retail level and technical specifications for industrial products.

Per-unit sale of refined products.
Competition
Chevron (e.g., in US refining), Shell (global marketing networks)
Chevron has strong West Coast refining presence. Shell has extensive retail networks and brand recognition.
ExxonMobil's moat in Energy Products stems from its vast global refining network, scale, and integrated logistics, allowing for efficient supply chain management and feedstock cost advantages.
Chemical Products
$0.0B TTM (% of Total) · % Margin
What It Is

Basic petrochemicals such as olefins, polyolefins, and aromatics, which are building blocks for plastics, packaging, and other industrial applications.

Who Pays & How

Industrial manufacturers pay for chemical intermediates. Customers face switching costs related to product specifications and supply chain integration.

Per-unit sale of chemical products.
Competition
Dow Chemical, LyondellBasell
Dow and LyondellBasell are pure-play chemical companies with focused product portfolios and strong market positions in specific segments.
ExxonMobil's moat in Chemical Products is its scale, integration with its refining operations for feedstock advantage, and proprietary technology in certain chemical processes.
Specialty Products (Low Carbon Solutions & Other)
$0.0B TTM (% of Total) · % Margin
What It Is

Carbon capture and storage solutions, hydrogen, biofuels (under Low Carbon Solutions), and potentially other specialized products (details not provided).

Who Pays & How

Industrial emitters seeking to reduce carbon footprints, and other companies seeking low-carbon energy solutions. Customers pay for compliance, environmental targets, and potentially long-term energy contracts.

Project-based contracts, service fees, or per-unit sales for low-carbon products.
Competition
BP (e.g., in low carbon investments), Occidental Petroleum (e.g., in carbon capture technologies)
BP has a broader portfolio of renewable energy projects. Occidental is a leader in direct air capture technology.
ExxonMobil's moat in Low Carbon Solutions comes from its engineering expertise, project management capabilities, and potential for large-scale integration with existing industrial infrastructure.
XOM Evolution: Price Return by Era
Late 19th Century - 1911 · Standard Oil Roots
Founding and Monopolistic Growth Not provided in enclosed information
Founded as Standard Oil, the company established a dominant position in the nascent oil industry through horizontal and vertical integration, leading to its eventual breakup due to antitrust legislation. This era laid the groundwork for modern Exxon and Mobil.
1911 - 1999 · Post-Standard Oil Diversification
Independent Global Expansion Not provided in enclosed information
Following the dissolution of Standard Oil, Exxon (Standard Oil of New Jersey) and Mobil (Standard Oil of New York) operated as separate entities, expanding their global exploration, production, refining, and marketing operations independently, weathering various geopolitical and economic shifts.
1999 - Present · Integrated Energy Giant & Strategic Pivots
Mega-Merger and Focus on Advantaged Assets & Decarbonization Not provided in enclosed information
The 1999 merger of Exxon and Mobil created a supermajor, consolidating vast assets and market power. More recently, the company has strategically prioritized high-growth, low-cost assets in areas like the Permian and Guyana, while also initiating a Low Carbon Solutions business to adapt to evolving energy landscapes and investor demands.
Market Is In Wait-and-See Mode
Price structure is neutral. The price is in a holding pattern with no clear directional commitment from the moving average stack. Relative to SPY: Lagging the market on the 63D window, but 'relative strength' is beginning to stabilize; watch for inflection. Volume and momentum show mild distribution. The selling pressure is present but not overwhelming. No earnings data available for catalyst assessment.
① Structure
0
Structural pillar score (-4 to +4). Driven by trend regime, SMA cross events, proximity to 52W high, and relative strength vs SPY.
② Volume / Momentum
-1
Volume/Momentum pillar score (-4 to +4). Driven by institutional footprint score, OBV divergence, and momentum character.
③ Catalyst
0
Catalyst pillar score (-4 to +4). Driven by earnings day reaction, 20D post-earnings drift, and post-earnings volume character.
Combined Score
-1 / 12
1 Price Structure & Trend Pullback in Uptrend · -
2 Momentum Mixed
3 Relative Strength vs. SPY Mild Underperformance
4 Institutional Footprint & Volume Neutral / Mixed
5 Volatility Normal
6 Key Price Levels Range · Vol Rising
7 Earnings Reaction History N/A
8 How the Verdict Is Derived Three Pillars
Core Cache Last Updated: 6/12/2026