Baker Hughes Co (BKR)vsRPC Inc (RES)
BKR
Baker Hughes Co
$62.62
-1.37%
ENERGY · Cap: $59.64B
RES
RPC Inc
$7.06
-0.98%
ENERGY · Cap: $1.51B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Baker Hughes Co generates 1605% more annual revenue ($27.73B vs $1.63B). BKR leads profitability with a 9.3% profit margin vs 2.0%. BKR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.26. RES earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 45/100 (D).
BKR
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
RES
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-246.4%
Fair Value
$17.68
Current Price
$62.62
$44.94 premium
Margin of Safety
-462.8%
Fair Value
$1.02
Current Price
$7.06
$6.04 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 27.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
0.3% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 25.6%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 2.9% — below average capital efficiency
2.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BKR
The strongest argument for BKR centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : RES
The strongest argument for RES centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 27.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BKR
The primary concerns for BKR are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : RES
The primary concerns for RES are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 45.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BKR profiles as a value stock while RES is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
BKR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.88 — expect wider price swings.
RES is growing revenue faster at 27.0% — sustainability is the question.
BKR generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
RES scores higher overall (45/100 vs 44/100) and 27.0% revenue growth. Both earn "Hold" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Baker Hughes Co
ENERGY · OIL & GAS EQUIPMENT & SERVICES · USA
Baker Hughes Company is an American international industrial service company and one of the world's largest oil field services companies. The company provides the oil and gas industry with products and services for oil drilling, formation evaluation, completion, production and reservoir consulting. Baker Hughes is headquartered in Houston.
RPC Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS EQUIPMENT & SERVICES · USA
RPC, Inc. provides a range of oilfield services and equipment for oil and gas companies involved in the exploration, production and development of oil and gas properties. The company is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
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