CHEVRON CORP (CVX) Factsheet
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CHEVRON CORP (CVX) Stock Analysis
Analysis from 10-Q filed 2026-08-06. Data as of Q2 2026.
Overall Grade: F (Concerning)
Grade F (Concerning). ROIC 9.4%. FCF margin 12.5%. D/E 0.1x. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-06.
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| ROIC | 9.4% | Near cost of capital |
| FCF Margin | 12.5% | Healthy cash flow |
| Debt/Equity | 0.1x | Conservative leverage |
ROIC 9.4% — Top 50% of sector peers. FCF margin 12.5% — Top 25%.
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Profitability: CHEVRON CORP earns 9.4% ROIC, Top 50% in Energy
ROIC TTM 9.4%, sector median 7.1%, Top 50%. DuPont: NOPAT margin 9.7% × asset turnover 0.7x. Gross margin 45.4%. Operating margin 14.2%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-06.
| Metric | CVX | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 9.4% | Adequate | Above sector median of 7.1% |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 11.3% | Adequate | Moderate equity returns |
| Gross Margin | 45.4% | Good | Strong pricing power |
| Operating Margin | 14.2% | Good | Moderate operational efficiency |
Cash Flow: CHEVRON CORP generates $27.0B FCF at 12.5% margin, positive NaN/8 quarters
FCF TTM $27.0B. FCF margin 12.5%, Top 25%. OCF/Net income 2.2x. Positive FCF in NaN/8 trailing quarters. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-06.
| Metric | CVX | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 12.5% | Good | Healthy cash generation |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $27.0B | Good | Positive cash generation |
| OCF/Net Income | 2.2x | Excellent | High earnings quality |
| FCF Consistency (8Q) | N/A | Warning | Variable cash flow |
Balance Sheet: CHEVRON CORP at 0.1x leverage, 21.5x interest coverage
Debt/Equity 0.1x. Total debt $25.0B, cash & investments $9.6B. Interest coverage 21.5x. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-06.
| Metric | CVX | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt to Equity | 0.1x | Excellent | Conservative capital structure |
| Net Cash Position | $-15.4B | Warning | Net debt position |
| Interest Coverage | 21.5x | Excellent | Comfortable debt service |
Valuation: CHEVRON CORP trades at 19.5x earnings
P/E 19.5x. EV/Sales 1.9x. FCF yield 6.7%. Dividend yield 3.6%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-06.
| Metric | CVX | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 19.5x | Adequate | Reasonable valuation |
| EV/Sales | 1.9x | Excellent | Attractive revenue multiple |
| FCF Yield | 6.7% | Good | Attractive cash return |
| Dividend Yield | 3.6% | Adequate | Meaningful income |
Capital Allocation: CHEVRON CORP returns 6.3% shareholder yield
Total shareholder yield 6.3% (div 3.6% + buyback 2.8%). Share count +14.3% YoY. Capital returned $25.6B TTM. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-06.
| Metric | CVX | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Shareholder Yield | 6.3% | Excellent | Dividend + buyback yield combined |
| Buyback Yield | 2.8% | Adequate | Active share repurchases |
| Share Count Change (YoY) | 14.3% | Warning | Net dilution from issuance/SBC |
| Total Capital Returned (TTM) | $25.6B | Good | Dividends + buybacks returned to shareholders |
Sector Rankings
| Metric | Value | Percentile | vs Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 9.4% | Top 50% | 1.3x above |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 12.5% | Top 25% | 2.6x above |
| Gross Margin | 45.4% | Top 50% | 1.4x above |
| Operating Margin | 14.2% | Top 50% | 1.3x above |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 11.3% | Top 50% | 1.1x above |
| P/E Ratio | 19.5x | N/A | - |
Financial Scorecard
| Metric | CVX | Rating | Sector Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 9.4% | Adequate | Top 50% of sector (median: 7.1%) |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 12.5% | Good | Top 25% of sector (median: 4.8%) |
| Gross Margin | 45.4% | Good | Top 50% of sector (median: 31.8%) |
| Debt to Equity Ratio | 13.2% | Excellent | Conservative capital structure |
| P/E Ratio (Price-to-Earnings) | 19.5x | Adequate | Fair value |
| Free Cash Flow Yield | 6.7% | Good | Solid cash yield |
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 9.4%. The 8-quarter median ROIC is 7.4% with a improving trend. Sector median 7.1%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-06.
Q: What is CHEVRON CORP's Free Cash Flow Margin?
CHEVRON CORP (CVX) has a free cash flow margin of 12.5%, generating $27.0 billion in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-06.
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 19.5x, which is above the sector median of N/A. EV/Sales 1.9x. FCF yield 6.7%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-06.
Q: Does CHEVRON CORP pay a dividend?
CHEVRON CORP (CVX) currently pays a dividend yield of 3.6%. Total shareholder yield (dividend + buybacks) 6.3%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-06.
Q: What is CHEVRON CORP's revenue and earnings growth?
CHEVRON CORP (CVX) grew revenue by 10.2% year-over-year. EPS +34.1% YoY. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-06.
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 2.8%. Share count +14.3% YoY. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-06.
Q: How does CHEVRON CORP compare to competitors in Energy?
Compared to other companies in Energy, CHEVRON CORP (CVX) shows: ROIC 9.4%, sector median 7.1% (Top 50%). FCF margin 12.5%, sector median 4.8% (Top 25%). Gross margin 45.4%, 13.5pp 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 2026-08-06.
Data Source: Data sourced from 10-Q filed 2026-08-06. TTM metrics as of Q2 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.