Helmerich and Payne Inc (HP)vsSeadrill Limited (SDRL)
HP
Helmerich and Payne Inc
$40.91
-1.33%
ENERGY · Cap: $4.42B
SDRL
Seadrill Limited
$47.49
-1.29%
ENERGY · Cap: $3.02B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Helmerich and Payne Inc generates 171% more annual revenue ($4.00B vs $1.48B). SDRL leads profitability with a 0.1% profit margin vs -3.4%. SDRL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C).
HP
Hold37
out of 100
Grade: F
SDRL
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+52.9%
Fair Value
$72.86
Current Price
$40.91
$31.95 discount
Margin of Safety
-81.9%
Fair Value
$23.64
Current Price
$47.49
$23.85 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 63.1% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
19.1% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -13.0% — below average capital efficiency
0.1% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of -0.8% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HP
The strongest argument for HP centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : SDRL
The strongest argument for SDRL centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 19.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HP
The primary concerns for HP are Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : SDRL
The primary concerns for SDRL are Profit Margin, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity. A P/E of 1607.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HP profiles as a turnaround stock while SDRL is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SDRL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.39 — expect wider price swings.
SDRL is growing revenue faster at 19.1% — sustainability is the question.
HP generates stronger free cash flow (84M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SDRL scores higher overall (55/100 vs 37/100) and 19.1% revenue growth. HP offers better value entry with a 52.9% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Helmerich and Payne Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS DRILLING · USA
Helmerich & Payne, Inc. provides drilling services and solutions for exploration and production companies. The company is headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Seadrill Limited
ENERGY · OIL & GAS DRILLING · USA
Seadrill Limited, an offshore drilling contractor, provides offshore drilling services to the oil and gas industry globally. The company is headquartered in Hamilton, Bermuda.
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