Gran Tierra Energy Inc (GTE)vsShell PLC ADR (SHEL)
GTE
Gran Tierra Energy Inc
$10.79
-2.00%
ENERGY · Cap: $360.52M
SHEL
Shell PLC ADR
$96.45
-0.33%
ENERGY · Cap: $266.01B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Shell PLC ADR generates 46359% more annual revenue ($296.60B vs $638.42M). SHEL leads profitability with a 8.8% profit margin vs -40.0%. GTE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.23. SHEL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
GTE
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
SHEL
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for GTE.
Margin of Safety
-63.0%
Fair Value
$58.46
Current Price
$96.45
$37.99 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 37.6%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 25.3% year-over-year
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
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -269.0% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 81.2%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GTE
The strongest argument for GTE centers on PEG Ratio, Operating Margin, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 25.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.23 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : GTE
The primary concerns for GTE are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 4.71 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : SHEL
The primary concerns for SHEL are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GTE profiles as a growth stock while SHEL is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
GTE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.16 — expect wider price swings.
SHEL is growing revenue faster at 44.7% — sustainability is the question.
SHEL generates stronger free cash flow (17.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SHEL scores higher overall (73/100 vs 58/100) and 44.7% 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.
Gran Tierra Energy Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Gran Tierra Energy Inc., is dedicated to the exploration and production of oil and gas properties in Colombia and Ecuador. The company is headquartered in Calgary, Canada.
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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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