Halliburton Company (HAL)vsCactus Inc (WHD)
HAL
Halliburton Company
$35.91
+0.39%
ENERGY · Cap: $29.58B
WHD
Cactus Inc
$65.49
+1.79%
ENERGY · Cap: $4.30B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Halliburton Company generates 1549% more annual revenue ($22.48B vs $1.36B). WHD leads profitability with a 12.0% profit margin vs 8.9%. HAL trades at a lower P/E of 15.1x. HAL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
HAL
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
WHD
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+5.6%
Fair Value
$38.04
Current Price
$35.91
$2.13 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for WHD.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 2400.0% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 64.3% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
1.8% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
ROE of 6.2% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HAL
The strongest argument for HAL centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. PEG of 0.70 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : WHD
The strongest argument for WHD centers on Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 64.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HAL
The primary concerns for HAL are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : WHD
The primary concerns for WHD are Return on Equity, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 51.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HAL profiles as a value stock while WHD is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
WHD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.43 — expect wider price swings.
WHD is growing revenue faster at 64.3% — sustainability is the question.
HAL generates stronger free cash flow (102M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HAL scores higher overall (69/100 vs 58/100). 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.
Cactus Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS EQUIPMENT & SERVICES · USA
Cactus, Inc. designs, manufactures, sells, and leases a variety of wellheads and pressure control equipment in the United States. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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