Occidental Petroleum Corp EV/EBITDA
Data as of August 04, 2026
EV/EBITDA
6.65
Enterprise Value
$68.62B
EBITDA (TTM)
$10.32B
Sector
Energy
How It's Calculated
6.65 = $68.62B ÷ $10.32B
What This Means
Occidental Petroleum Corp's EV/EBITDA of 6.7 is on the lower side versus many large-cap peers — context still depends on growth and leverage.
About Occidental Petroleum Corp
Occidental Petroleum Corp (OXY) operates in the Energy sector, specifically in Energy. With a market capitalization of about $56.76B, it ranks as a large-cap stock — a major established company.
Shares recently traded near $55.47, within a 52-week range of $38.80 to $67.45 (-17.8% from the high, +43.0% from the low). Beta of 0.17 indicates relatively lower volatility versus the market.
Trailing profit margin is about 23.6%, signaling a solid profit margin for its industry.
Understanding This Metric
EV/EBITDA is widely used when comparing companies with different debt loads because enterprise value includes net debt while EBITDA approximates operating cash earnings power. For Occidental Petroleum Corp, the ratio should be read with growth, capex needs, and cycle position in Energy. Pair EV/EBITDA with free cash flow yield and net debt metrics before drawing conclusions — especially when EBITDA is depressed or boosted by one-time items.
Using This Number in Practice
Near 6.65x EV/EBITDA, Occidental Petroleum Corp (OXY) carries a relatively low EV/EBITDA multiple, which may reflect cyclical trough EBITDA, higher perceived risk, or a cash-generative mature profile. Enterprise value of about $68.62B and EBITDA near $10.32B form the ratio — adjust for one-time items before treating the headline multiple as comparable.
Credit and LBO workflows often sort names on EV/EBITDA before drilling into free cash flow and maintenance capex. Pair this view with the EV/EBITDA calculator and the OXY metrics hub for related valuation pages.
Sector Comparison
Among Energy names on our S&P 100 coverage, Occidental Petroleum Corp's EV/EBITDA of 6.65 can be compared with peers such as XOM (12.16), CVX (10.80), COP (7.32). Sector context helps interpretation, but each company's growth profile and balance sheet differ — use multiple metrics before drawing conclusions. View all Energy stocks.
Key Takeaways
- OXY is grouped in the Energy sector for peer comparisons.
- Recent beta of 0.17 suggests lower-than-market price sensitivity.
- Trailing profit margin of 23.6% provides context for how much earnings support the headline multiple.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is OXY's EV/EBITDA?
EV/EBITDA compares enterprise value to operating earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization. Occidental Petroleum Corp's ratio is about 6.65 — common for comparing leveraged companies in Energy.
Is 6.65 high or low vs peers?
Among Energy peers (e.g. KMI (13.26), XOM (12.16), SLB (11.56)), OXY's 6.65 should be read with growth, capex, and debt levels.
When is EV/EBITDA misleading?
EBITDA ignores capex, working capital, and stock-based comp; negative or tiny EBITDA makes the ratio meaningless. Cross-check with free cash flow and net debt.
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