Halliburton Company (HAL)vsHelix Energy Solutions Group Inc (HLX)
HAL
Halliburton Company
$35.84
-0.64%
ENERGY · Cap: $30.66B
HLX
Helix Energy Solutions Group Inc
$10.60
+2.91%
ENERGY · Cap: $1.56B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Halliburton Company generates 2872% more annual revenue ($22.37B vs $752.73M). HLX leads profitability with a 25.6% profit margin vs 7.2%. HAL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.77. HLX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).
HAL
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
HLX
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+1.7%
Fair Value
$37.76
Current Price
$35.84
$1.92 discount
Margin of Safety
-10.6%
Fair Value
$8.00
Current Price
$10.60
$2.60 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 16321.0% YoY
Keeps 26 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 21.6%
Revenue surging 23.5% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
3.7% revenue growth
7.2% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Grey zone — moderate risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 0.9% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HAL
The strongest argument for HAL centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.77 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : HLX
The strongest argument for HLX centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 25.6% and operating margin at 21.6%. Revenue growth of 23.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HAL
The primary concerns for HAL are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : HLX
The primary concerns for HLX are Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Return on Equity. A P/E of 44.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HAL profiles as a value stock while HLX is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
HLX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.17 — expect wider price swings.
HLX is growing revenue faster at 23.5% — sustainability is the question.
HAL generates stronger free cash flow (589M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HLX scores higher overall (79/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 25.6% margins and 23.5% 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.
Halliburton Company
ENERGY · OIL & GAS EQUIPMENT & SERVICES · USA
Halliburton Company is an American multinational corporation. One of the world's largest oil field service companies, it has operations in more than 70 countries.
Helix Energy Solutions Group Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS EQUIPMENT & SERVICES · USA
Helix Energy Solutions Group, Inc., an offshore energy services company, provides specialized services to the offshore energy industry primarily in the regions of Brazil, the Gulf of Mexico, the North Sea, Asia Pacific and Africa. Western. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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