Frontline Ltd (FRO)vsShell PLC ADR (SHEL)
FRO
Frontline Ltd
$47.92
-3.79%
ENERGY · Cap: $11.09B
SHEL
Shell PLC ADR
$95.40
+1.58%
ENERGY · Cap: $269.99B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Shell PLC ADR generates 10826% more annual revenue ($296.60B vs $2.71B). FRO leads profitability with a 54.8% profit margin vs 8.8%. SHEL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.60. SHEL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
FRO
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
SHEL
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+10.9%
Fair Value
$33.81
Current Price
$47.92
$14.11 discount
Margin of Safety
-61.1%
Fair Value
$58.69
Current Price
$95.40
$36.71 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Keeps 55 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 65.8%
Revenue surging 96.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 750.0% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 44.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 220.0% YoY
Generating 17.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FRO
The strongest argument for FRO centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 54.8% and operating margin at 65.8%. Revenue growth of 96.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SHEL
The strongest argument for SHEL centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 44.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FRO
The primary concerns for FRO are Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : SHEL
The primary concerns for SHEL are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FRO profiles as a growth stock while SHEL is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
FRO carries more volatility with a beta of 0.06 — expect wider price swings.
FRO is growing revenue faster at 96.5% — sustainability is the question.
SHEL generates stronger free cash flow (17.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FRO scores higher overall (73/100 vs 73/100), backed by strong 54.8% margins and 96.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Frontline Ltd
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Frontline Ltd., a shipping company, is engaged in shipping crude oil and petroleum products globally. The company is headquartered in Hamilton, Bermuda.
Shell PLC ADR
ENERGY · OIL & GAS INTEGRATED · USA
Shell plc is a global petrochemical and energy company. The company is headquartered in The Hague, the Netherlands.
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