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ExxonMobil vs Shell: comparing XOM and SHEL stock
12-month growth, from 100━ XOM +48.7% ━ SHEL +38.0%
| Metric | XOM | SHEL |
|---|---|---|
| Price, $ | 165.30 | 100.12 |
| Year to date | +39.2% ● | +38.8% |
| 12 months | +48.7% ● | +38.0% |
| From 52-week high | −12.3% | −8.5% ● |
| vs 200-day average | +6.7% | +13.1% ● |
| P/E | 15.6 | 9.1 |
| Dividend yield | 2.29% | 2.84% ● |
| Revenue growth, YoY | +19.5% ● | +19.4% |
| Operating income growth | +41.0% | +61.7% ● |
| Operating margin | 13.1% | 15.2% ● |
| Gross margin | 29.8% ● | 26.9% |
| Market cap | $674.3B | $284.5B |
| Next earnings | Feb 2, 2027 | Feb 4, 2027 |
● — whose figure is higher, not which is better. Data as of Nov 5, 2026.
Ratings and a detailed chart for each are in the terminal.
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Which is better to buy: ExxonMobil or Shell?
We do not advise what to buy. By the numbers: ExxonMobil rose more over the year (+48.7%); Shell is closer to its 52-week high; Shell has the higher operating margin; ExxonMobil is growing revenue faster; Shell has the lower P/E. How to weigh such signs is covered in «How to analyse a stock».
Can I buy both?
Yes. Many hold several companies in one industry to avoid depending on one. A broad index fund often already holds the largest US companies.
When do they report?
ExxonMobil — Feb 2, 2027; Shell — Feb 4, 2027.