Baker Hughes Co (BKR)vsSelect Energy Services Inc (WTTR)
BKR
Baker Hughes Co
$66.11
-2.76%
ENERGY · Cap: $61.96B
WTTR
Select Energy Services Inc
$18.01
-6.25%
ENERGY · Cap: $2.66B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Baker Hughes Co generates 1894% more annual revenue ($27.89B vs $1.40B). BKR leads profitability with a 11.2% profit margin vs 1.5%. BKR trades at a lower P/E of 20.0x. BKR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
BKR
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
WTTR
Hold35
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 132.5% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
2.5% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 2.2% — below average capital efficiency
1.5% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BKR
The strongest argument for BKR centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Bull Case : WTTR
The strongest argument for WTTR centers on Debt/Equity, Price/Book.
Bear Case : BKR
The primary concerns for BKR are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : WTTR
The primary concerns for WTTR are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 90.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
WTTR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.98 — expect wider price swings.
BKR is growing revenue faster at 2.5% — sustainability is the question.
BKR generates stronger free cash flow (164M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor OIL & GAS EQUIPMENT & SERVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
BKR scores higher overall (60/100 vs 35/100). Both earn "Buy" 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.
Select Energy Services Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS EQUIPMENT & SERVICES · USA
Select Energy Services, Inc., an oilfield services company, provides chemical and water management solutions to the onshore oil and natural gas industry in the United States. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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