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08 Jun 2026, 16:52 UTC · 2h ago
Is XOM Worth Betting on at its Premium Price or Should Investors Wait?

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08 Jun 2026, 16:52 UTC · 2h ago

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ExxonMobil plans to grow production in the Permian basin to 1.8 million oil-equivalent barrels this year. — Increased production volume in a high-margin basin directly boosts top and bottom line growth.
+0.40ExxonMobil's Permian basin breakeven costs are significantly lower than the current WTI crude price of over $90 per barrel. — A wide spread between breakeven costs and market price ensures high profitability per barrel.
+0.30ExxonMobil is trading at a valuation premium of 9.92x EV/EBITDA compared to the industry average of 6.42x. — A high relative valuation may limit further upside potential and increase the risk of a correction.
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The article highlights a strong Permian footprint, low breakeven costs, and expected growth in production and earnings.
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[mutual] XOM and BP are compared as integrated energy giants within the same industry for valuation purposes.
[mutual] XOM and CVX are compared as integrated energy giants within the same industry for valuation purposes.
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