GROWTH
Top line contracting.
−8.4% YoY versus +17.6% prior. 3y CAGR −7.0%.
−8.4%We use cookies
MainRatios uses cookies for essential site functions. With your consent, we also use analytics cookies including session replay sampling (PostHog, Google Analytics) and advertising cookies (Google AdSense). You can reject non-essential cookies, including the "sale" or sharing of personal information under CCPA, and you may withdraw consent at any time (GDPR). See our Privacy Policy for details.
The Question
All analysis on this page is for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Fair values are model-based estimates. Always do your own research.
2 of 3 legendary models say BUY APA — but Charlie Munger disagrees.
What would legendary investors pay for APA?
These figures are not quotes or opinions from Buffett, Graham, Lynch or the other investors. They are our own estimates, computed by applying the intrinsic-value formulas each investor is known for to this company’s financials.
For educational purposes only. Not a recommendation to buy or sell securities.
Bottom line: APA is rated BUY by all 3 legendary models, 53% below avg fair value $73, but earns a B sector grade (63/100) in Energy. Whether the premium is justified depends on which lens you trust. Drill into the valuation breakdown and sector ranking for the full picture.
Yes — APA Corporation's 23.8% ROE ranks above the S&P 500 median, and D/E 1.65 stays within healthy bounds.
Financial story
Yes — APA Corporation's 23.8% ROE shows strong capital efficiency, and its 1.65 debt-to-equity stays within healthy bounds.
−8.4% YoY versus +17.6% prior. 3y CAGR −7.0%.
−8.4%Net margin 16.1% versus 8.3% prior (+7.8pp). Operating 30.8%.
16.1%P/E 8.5x — 40% above the 5y median of 6.1x. Forward 5.1x hints at EPS expansion next year.
8.5xAPA and DTM differ on P/E, ROE, and revenue growth. See the full APA vs DTM compare matrix.
Buffett, Greenblatt, and Munger evaluate APA against their respective frameworks. Per-model fair value and reasoning are in the valuation tab.
APA's P/E ratio is 8.3x. 5-year P/E history is in the financials tab.
2 of 3 legendary models say BUY. Full breakdown by investor and signal is in the valuation tab.
APA's earnings calendar and history are tracked in the financials tab. Specific dates depend on company-published guidance.
APA is in the Energy sector. Sector ranking and peer comparison are in the sector tab.
How does APA compare?
See exactly where APA ranks
Sign in to unlock the full sector ranking — free.
Sign in to see the rankingAPA sits at #4 in Energy with a B grade (63/100).
