Vaalco Energy Inc (EGY)vsPetróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras (PBR-A)
EGY
Vaalco Energy Inc
$6.32
+1.20%
ENERGY · Cap: $630.10M
PBR-A
Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras
$19.11
-0.57%
ENERGY · Cap: $124.95B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras generates 156695% more annual revenue ($548.49B vs $349.81M). PBR-A leads profitability with a 24.3% profit margin vs -31.1%. EGY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.98. PBR-A earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 83/100 (A-).
EGY
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
PBR-A
Exceptional Buy83
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+48.7%
Fair Value
$9.73
Current Price
$6.32
$3.41 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PBR-A.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 47.5%
Revenue surging 39.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 389.6% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 56 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 44.7%
Revenue surging 42.3% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 96.8% YoY
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -28.6% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EGY
The strongest argument for EGY centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 39.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PBR-A
The strongest argument for PBR-A centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.3% and operating margin at 44.7%. Revenue growth of 42.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : EGY
The primary concerns for EGY are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : PBR-A
The primary concerns for PBR-A are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EGY profiles as a hypergrowth stock while PBR-A is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
EGY carries more volatility with a beta of 0.11 — expect wider price swings.
PBR-A is growing revenue faster at 42.3% — sustainability is the question.
PBR-A generates stronger free cash flow (7.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PBR-A scores higher overall (83/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 24.3% margins and 42.3% revenue growth. EGY offers better value entry with a 48.7% margin of safety. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Vaalco Energy Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
VAALCO Energy, Inc., an independent energy company, acquires, explores, develops and produces crude oil and natural gas. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras
ENERGY · OIL & GAS INTEGRATED · USA
Petrleo Brasileiro SA - Petrobras produces and sells oil and gas in Brazil and internationally. The company is headquartered in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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