CHEVRON CORP (CVX) Factsheet
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CHEVRON CORP (CVX) Stock Analysis
Analysis from 10-Q filed 2026-11-05. Data as of Q3 2026.
Overall Grade: F (Concerning)
Grade F (Concerning). ROIC 11.8%. FCF margin 14.6%. D/E 0.2x. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-05.
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| ROIC | 11.8% | Near cost of capital |
| FCF Margin | 14.6% | Healthy cash flow |
| Debt/Equity | 0.2x | Conservative leverage |
ROIC 11.8% — Top 50% of sector peers. FCF margin 14.6% — Top 50%.
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Profitability: CHEVRON CORP earns 11.8% ROIC, Top 50% in Energy
ROIC TTM 11.8%, sector median 7.0%, Top 50%. DuPont: NOPAT margin 11.7% × asset turnover 0.7x. Gross margin 45.7%. Operating margin 16.7%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-05.
| Metric | CVX | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 11.8% | Adequate | Above sector median of 7.0% |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 14.3% | Adequate | Moderate equity returns |
| Gross Margin | 45.7% | Good | Strong pricing power |
| Operating Margin | 16.7% | Good | Efficient operations |
Cash Flow: CHEVRON CORP generates $34.1B FCF at 14.6% margin, positive NaN/8 quarters
FCF TTM $34.1B. FCF margin 14.6%, Top 50%. OCF/Net income 1.9x. Positive FCF in NaN/8 trailing quarters. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-05.
| Metric | CVX | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 14.6% | Good | Healthy cash generation |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $34.1B | Good | Positive cash generation |
| OCF/Net Income | 1.9x | Excellent | High earnings quality |
| FCF Consistency (8Q) | N/A | Warning | Variable cash flow |
Balance Sheet: CHEVRON CORP at 0.2x leverage, 28.5x interest coverage
Debt/Equity 0.2x. Total debt $33.5B, cash & investments $13.9B. Interest coverage 28.5x. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-05.
| Metric | CVX | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt to Equity | 0.2x | Excellent | Conservative capital structure |
| Net Cash Position | $-19.6B | Warning | Net debt position |
| Interest Coverage | 28.5x | Excellent | Comfortable debt service |
Valuation: CHEVRON CORP trades at 15.8x earnings
P/E 15.8x. EV/Sales 1.9x. FCF yield 8.0%. Dividend yield 3.4%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-05.
| Metric | CVX | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 15.8x | Adequate | Reasonable valuation |
| EV/Sales | 1.9x | Excellent | Attractive revenue multiple |
| FCF Yield | 8.0% | Excellent | Attractive cash return |
| Dividend Yield | 3.4% | Adequate | Meaningful income |
Capital Allocation: CHEVRON CORP returns 6.0% shareholder yield, reducing shares 2.4% YoY
Total shareholder yield 6.0% (div 3.4% + buyback 2.6%). Share count -2.4% YoY. Capital returned $25.5B TTM. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-05.
| Metric | CVX | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Shareholder Yield | 6.0% | Good | Dividend + buyback yield combined |
| Buyback Yield | 2.6% | Adequate | Active share repurchases |
| Share Count Change (YoY) | -2.4% | Good | Net share reduction (accretive) |
| Total Capital Returned (TTM) | $25.5B | Good | Dividends + buybacks returned to shareholders |
Sector Rankings
| Metric | Value | Percentile | vs Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 11.8% | Top 50% | 1.7x above |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 14.6% | Top 50% | 1.8x above |
| Gross Margin | 45.7% | Top 50% | 1.8x above |
| Operating Margin | 16.7% | Top 50% | 1.2x above |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 14.3% | Top 50% | 1.3x above |
| P/E Ratio | 15.8x | N/A | - |
Financial Scorecard
| Metric | CVX | Rating | Sector Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 11.8% | Adequate | Top 50% of sector (median: 7.0%) |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 14.6% | Good | Top 50% of sector (median: 7.9%) |
| Gross Margin | 45.7% | Good | Top 50% of sector (median: 24.9%) |
| Debt to Equity Ratio | 17.3% | Excellent | Conservative capital structure |
| P/E Ratio (Price-to-Earnings) | 15.8x | Adequate | Fair value |
| Free Cash Flow Yield | 8.0% | Excellent | High cash return |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is CHEVRON CORP's Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)?
CHEVRON CORP (CVX) has a trailing twelve-month Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) of 11.8%. The 8-quarter median ROIC is 7.2% with a improving trend. Sector median 7.0%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-05.
Q: What is CHEVRON CORP's Free Cash Flow Margin?
CHEVRON CORP (CVX) has a free cash flow margin of 14.6%, generating $34.1 billion in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-05.
Q: What is CHEVRON CORP's P/E ratio and how does it compare to peers?
CHEVRON CORP (CVX) trades at a P/E ratio of 15.8x, which is above the sector median of N/A. EV/Sales 1.9x. FCF yield 8.0%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-05.
Q: Does CHEVRON CORP pay a dividend?
CHEVRON CORP (CVX) currently pays a dividend yield of 3.4%. Total shareholder yield (dividend + buybacks) 6.0%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-05.
Q: What is CHEVRON CORP's revenue and earnings growth?
CHEVRON CORP (CVX) grew revenue by 20.0% year-over-year. EPS +92.1% YoY. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-05.
Q: Is CHEVRON CORP buying back stock?
CHEVRON CORP (CVX) repurchased $11.1 billion of stock over the trailing twelve months. This represents a buyback yield of 2.6%. Share count -2.4% YoY. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-05.
Q: How does CHEVRON CORP compare to competitors in Energy?
Compared to other companies in Energy, CHEVRON CORP (CVX) shows: ROIC 11.8%, sector median 7.0% (Top 50%). FCF margin 14.6%, sector median 7.9% (Top 50%). Gross margin 45.7%, 20.8pp above sector median. These rankings are based on MetricDuck's analysis of all Energy companies with available SEC filings.
Q: What warning signs should I watch for with CHEVRON CORP?
No quantitative warning flags fired for CHEVRON CORP (CVX) on margin trend, FCF trend, ROIC trend, or leverage thresholds. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-05.
Data Source: Data sourced from 10-Q filed 2026-11-05. TTM metrics as of Q3 2026.
Methodology: Financial metrics calculated from SEC 10-K and 10-Q filings using standardized formulas. Sector comparisons use peer group based on SIC code.
Scope: This analysis covers SEC filing fundamentals — profitability, cash flow, balance sheet, and valuation metrics. For analyst estimates and price targets, consult sell-side research.
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice.
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