What is XOM's Intrinsic value?

Exxon Mobil Corp (XOM) Intrinsic Value Analysis

Executive Summary

As of October 26, 2025, Exxon Mobil Corp's estimated intrinsic value ranges from $92.55 to $160.89 per share, depending on the valuation methodology applied.

Valuation Method Fair Value (USD) Implied Upside/Downside
Discounted Cash Flow (10Y) $158.53 +37.4%
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) $145.59 +26.2%
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) $137.01 +18.7%
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) $92.55 -19.8%
Earnings Power Value $160.89 +39.4%

Is Exxon Mobil Corp (XOM) undervalued or overvalued?

With the current market price at $115.39, the stock appears to be significantly undervalued.

Understanding Intrinsic Value

Intrinsic value represents the "true" worth of a company based on its fundamentals rather than market sentiment. We've employed multiple methodologies to triangulate Exxon Mobil Corp's intrinsic value, including:

  1. Discounted Cash Flow (DCF): Values the company based on projected future cash flows
  2. Dividend Discount Model (DDM): Values the company based on expected future dividend payments
  3. Earnings Power Value (EPV): Values the company based on its current earnings power, assuming no growth

Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC)

The cost of capital is a critical factor in valuation models, representing the required return for investors.

WACC Component Low High
Long-term bond rate 3.9% 4.4%
Equity market risk premium 4.6% 5.6%
Adjusted beta 0.91 0.94
Cost of equity 8.1% 10.1%
Cost of debt 4.0% 4.5%
Tax rate 25.4% 26.9%
Debt/Equity ratio 0.09 0.09
After-tax WACC 7.6% 9.6%

Valuation Methods

1. Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) Valuation

Our DCF model projects cash flows over 5-year and 10-year horizons, with the following key assumptions:

  • Forecast Period: 5-year DCF and 10-year DCF
  • Terminal Growth Rate: 0.0% (range: 3.0% - 5.0%)
  • Discount Rate: 8.6% (range: 0.0% - 9.3%)

Key Projections:

  • Revenue growth from $339,247 (FY12-2024) to $416,727 (FY12-2034)
  • Net profit margin expansion from 10% to 16%
  • Capital expenditures maintained at approximately 6% of revenue
DCF Model Fair Value Enterprise Value % from Terminal Value
5-Year Growth $146 $645,310M 75.7%
10-Year Growth $159 $700,473M 55.8%
5-Year EBITDA $114 $487,714M 67.9%
10-Year EBITDA $133 $568,257M 45.6%

2. Dividend Discount Model (DDM)

The DDM values a company based on its expected future dividend payments. We used two approaches:

Multi-Stage DDM:

  • Current payout ratio: 55.6%
  • Stable payout ratio: 90.0%
  • Growth transition: 5 years
  • Cost of equity: 9.1%
  • Long-term growth rate: 2.0%
  • Fair value: $137.01 (18.7% from current price)

Stable DDM:

  • Stable payout ratio: 70% (Low) to 90% (High)
  • Cost of equity: 10.1% (Low) to 8.1% (High)
  • Long-term growth rate: 1.0% (Low) to 3.0% (High)
  • Fair value range: $56 to $129
  • Selected fair value: $92.55 (-19.8% from current price)

3. Earnings Power Value (EPV)

EPV assesses a company's value based on its current normalized earnings power, assuming no growth.

EPV Component Value
Normalized Earnings $60,445M
Discount Rate (WACC) 9.6% - 7.6%
Enterprise Value $630,613M - $790,482M
Net Debt $24,637M
Equity Value $605,976M - $765,845M
Outstanding Shares 4,263M
Fair Value $142 - $180
Selected Fair Value $160.89

Key Financial Metrics

Metric Value
Market Capitalization $491936M
Enterprise Value $491936M
Trailing P/E 0.00
Forward P/E 12.72
Trailing EV/EBITDA 5.40
Current Dividend Yield 362.36%
Dividend Growth Rate (5Y) 3.02%
Debt-to-Equity Ratio 0.09

Investment Decision Framework

To determine the most reliable intrinsic value estimate, we weigh each valuation method based on:

  1. Forecast Certainty: DCF methods rely on long-term projections, while earnings power value focuses on current normalized earnings
  2. Business Model Alignment: Dividend models are more appropriate for mature companies with established dividend policies
  3. Historical Accuracy: How well each method has predicted fair value historically

Valuation Weight Matrix

Valuation Method Weight Weighted Value
Discounted Cash Flow (10Y) 30% $47.56
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) 25% $36.40
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) 20% $27.40
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) 15% $13.88
Earnings Power Value 10% $16.09
Weighted Average 100% $141.33

Investment Conclusion

Based on our comprehensive valuation analysis, Exxon Mobil Corp's intrinsic value is $141.33, which is approximately 22.5% above the current market price of $115.39.

Key investment considerations:

  • Strong projected earnings growth (10% to 16% margin)
  • Consistent cash flow generation
  • Conservative capital structure (Debt/Equity of 0.09)
  • Historical dividend growth of 3.02%

Given these factors, we believe Exxon Mobil Corp is currently significantly undervalued with the potential for long-term appreciation based on the company's growth trajectory and financial strength.