K vs. XOM

Last updated Jun 6, 2026

K (Kellogg Company) and XOM (Exxon Mobil Corporation) are both stocks. K operates in Packaged Foods (Consumer Defensive), while XOM operates in Oil & Gas Integrated (Energy). At a 0.26 correlation, their price movements are largely independent.

Performance

K vs. XOM - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in Kellogg Company (K) and Exxon Mobil Corporation (XOM). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

K

• 1D: —
• 1M: —
• YTD: —
• 6M: —
• 1Y: —
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —

XOM

• 1D: -1.39%
• 1M: 4.40%
• YTD: 26.26%
• 6M: 30.38%
• 1Y: 48.36%
• 3Y*: 16.01%
• 5Y*: 24.00%
• 10Y*: 9.82%

*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

K vs. XOM - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017
K Kellogg Company	0.00%	5.99%	49.75%	-7.44%	14.35%	7.44%	-6.78%	26.08%	-13.32%	-4.93%
XOM Exxon Mobil Corporation	26.26%	15.98%	11.26%	-6.26%	87.41%	57.58%	-36.21%	7.23%	-15.09%	-3.81%

Correlation

The correlation between K and XOM is -0.00, meaning there is essentially no relationship between their price movements. Each responds to its own set of market drivers, making them strong candidates for combining in a diversified portfolio.

	Correlation
Correlation (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	-0.00
Correlation (3Y) Calculated over the trailing 3-year period	0.14
Correlation (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period	0.13
Correlation (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period	0.14
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Dec 18, 1984	0.26

The correlation between K and XOM shifts across timeframes, from -0.00 (1 year) to 0.26 (all time), reflecting how their relationship changes across market environments.

Fundamentals

Market Cap K : $29.20B XOM : $627.12B
EPS K : $3.65 XOM : $5.93
PE Ratio K : 22.87 XOM : 25.29
PEG Ratio K : 3.84 XOM : 1.17
PS Ratio K : 2.30 XOM : 1.96
PB Ratio K : 6.95 XOM : 2.47
Total Revenue (TTM) K : $12.67B XOM : $326.01B
Gross Profit (TTM) K : $4.41B XOM : $83.11B
EBITDA (TTM) K : $2.25B XOM : $60.44B

Return for Risk

K vs. XOM — Risk / Return Rank

Compare risk-adjusted metric ranks to identify better-performing investments over the past 12 months.

XOM

XOM Risk / Return Rank: 86
XOM Sharpe Ratio Rank: 89
XOM Sortino Ratio Rank: 85
XOM Omega Ratio Rank: 84
XOM Calmar Ratio Rank: 84
XOM Martin Ratio Rank: 86

The rank (0–100) shows how this investment's returns compare to the risk taken. Higher = better. Based on the past 12 months of data, combining Sharpe, Sortino, and other metrics used by quantitative funds and institutional investors.

K vs. XOM - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Kellogg Company (K) and Exxon Mobil Corporation (XOM). Risk-adjusted metrics are performance indicators that assess an investment's returns in relation to its risk, enabling a more accurate comparison of different investment options.

Risk / return metrics aren't available yet — we need at least 12 months of trading data to calculate them.

Sharpe Ratios by Period

	K	XOM	Difference
Sharpe Ratio (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	—	2.13	—
Sharpe Ratio (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period	—	0.90	—
Sharpe Ratio (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period	—	0.35	—
Sharpe Ratio (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history	—	0.47	—

Drawdowns

Drawdown Indicators

	K	XOM	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	—	-62.40%	—
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	—	-15.69%	—
Max Drawdown (3Y) Largest decline over 3 years	—	-18.92%	—
Max Drawdown (5Y) Largest decline over 5 years	—	-20.51%	—
Max Drawdown (10Y) Largest decline over 10 years	—	-61.34%	—
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	—	-11.97%	—
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	—	-10.20%	—
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	—	5.57%	—

Volatility

Volatility by Period

	K	XOM	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	—	9.27%	—
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	—	20.28%	—
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	—	24.48%	—
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	—	26.73%	—
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	—	28.18%	—

Dividends

K vs. XOM - Dividend Comparison

K's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 1.39%, less than XOM's 2.72% yield.

Position	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
K Kellogg Company	1.39%	2.76%	2.79%	10.56%	3.28%	3.59%	3.66%	3.27%	3.86%	3.12%	2.77%	2.74%
XOM Exxon Mobil Corporation	2.72%	3.32%	3.57%	3.68%	3.22%	5.70%	8.44%	4.92%	4.74%	3.66%	3.30%	3.69%

Financials

K vs. XOM - Profitability Comparison

The chart below illustrates the profitability comparison between Kellogg Company and Exxon Mobil Corporation over time, highlighting three key metrics: Gross Profit Margin, Operating Margin, and Net Profit Margin.

K - Gross Margin

Gross margin is calculated as gross profit divided by revenue. For the three months ending on Jun 2026, Kellogg Company reported a gross profit of 1.08B and revenue of 3.26B. Therefore, the gross margin over that period was 33.3%.

XOM - Gross Margin

Gross margin is calculated as gross profit divided by revenue. For the three months ending on Jun 2026, Exxon Mobil Corporation reported a gross profit of 31.36B and revenue of 83.16B. Therefore, the gross margin over that period was 37.7%.

K - Operating Margin

Operating margin is calculated as operating income divided by revenue. For the three months ending on Jun 2026, Kellogg Company reported an operating income of 452.00M and revenue of 3.26B, resulting in an operating margin of 13.9%.

XOM - Operating Margin

Operating margin is calculated as operating income divided by revenue. For the three months ending on Jun 2026, Exxon Mobil Corporation reported an operating income of 5.29B and revenue of 83.16B, resulting in an operating margin of 6.4%.

K - Net Margin

Net margin is calculated as net income divided by revenue. For the three months ending on Jun 2026, Kellogg Company reported a net income of 309.00M and revenue of 3.26B, resulting in a net margin of 9.5%.

XOM - Net Margin

Net margin is calculated as net income divided by revenue. For the three months ending on Jun 2026, Exxon Mobil Corporation reported a net income of 4.18B and revenue of 83.16B, resulting in a net margin of 5.0%.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hold both K and XOM in my portfolio?

K and XOM have a correlation of -0.00, meaning they provide meaningful diversification benefit when combined. Depending on your allocation goals, holding both could reduce overall portfolio risk.