EOG Resources (EOG 1.93%) is without question the largest horizontal oil producer in the United States. It's an excellent company for an investor to be a part of, with major stakes in both the Eagle Ford and the Bakken regions, two of the most rapidly growing production areas for oil and natural gas in the country. But, at its current multiple, is it really the best buy for an investor in this space right now? In this video, Motley Fool energy analyst Joel South tells us the factors that he thinks make EOG a bit pricey at the moment, and which one of its competitors might give you more bang for your buck.
Is EOG the Best Value?
By Joel South and Taylor Muckerman – Dec 10, 2012 at 12:40PM EST
NYSE: EOG
EOG Resources

Market Cap
$59B
Today's Change
(-1.93%) $2.08
Current Price
$105.93
Price as of December 15, 2025 at 4:00 PM ET
There's no question that EOG Resources is a great company to be a part of. But is it the best value for the price in this space?
About the Author
Joel is a University of Washington graduate and covers energy and materials for The Motley Fool. Be sure to follow The Motley Fool's energy and materials Twitter for all your energy and materials coverage.
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