The Largest Global Energy Companies Ranked By Quality

Mar. 30, 2023 10:20 AM ET, , , , , , , , , , 20 Comments
Thomas Prescott
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Summary

  • The eight largest energy companies in the world were evaluated for relative quality.
  • Based on this analysis, ConocoPhillips appears to be the best prospect by a very thin margin.
  • China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation and BP p.l.c. rank lowest for relative quality and may be over-valued.
  • Investors are advised to consider this analysis as only a starting point for their own due diligence.

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