Golar LNG Limited (GLNG)vsShell PLC ADR (SHEL)
GLNG
Golar LNG Limited
$50.67
-1.44%
ENERGY · Cap: $5.21B
SHEL
Shell PLC ADR
$85.40
-0.22%
ENERGY · Cap: $238.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Shell PLC ADR generates 56954% more annual revenue ($267.34B vs $468.57M). GLNG leads profitability with a 30.1% profit margin vs 7.0%. SHEL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.27. GLNG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
GLNG
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
SHEL
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+18.1%
Fair Value
$53.95
Current Price
$50.67
$3.28 discount
Margin of Safety
-59.1%
Fair Value
$53.84
Current Price
$85.40
$31.56 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 81.8%
Revenue surging 120.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 948.0% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 26.6% YoY
Generating 1.6B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 7.4% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.7% revenue growth
7.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GLNG
The strongest argument for GLNG centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.1% and operating margin at 81.8%. Revenue growth of 120.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SHEL
The strongest argument for SHEL centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. PEG of 1.27 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : GLNG
The primary concerns for GLNG are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : SHEL
The primary concerns for SHEL are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GLNG profiles as a growth stock while SHEL is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
GLNG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.01 — expect wider price swings.
GLNG is growing revenue faster at 120.1% — sustainability is the question.
SHEL generates stronger free cash flow (1.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GLNG scores higher overall (68/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 30.1% margins and 120.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Golar LNG Limited
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Golar LNG Limited provides infrastructure for the liquefaction, transportation and regasification of LNG. The company is headquartered in Hamilton, Bermuda.
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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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