Helmerich and Payne Inc (HP)vsShell PLC ADR (SHEL)
HP
Helmerich and Payne Inc
$41.81
+5.31%
ENERGY · Cap: $3.74B
SHEL
Shell PLC ADR
$105.11
+0.39%
ENERGY · Cap: $297.56B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Shell PLC ADR generates 7322% more annual revenue ($296.60B vs $4.00B). SHEL leads profitability with a 8.8% profit margin vs -3.4%. SHEL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.73. SHEL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B).
HP
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
SHEL
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+52.5%
Fair Value
$72.25
Current Price
$41.81
$30.44 discount
Margin of Safety
-77.1%
Fair Value
$59.39
Current Price
$105.11
$45.72 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Revenue surging 44.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 220.0% YoY
Generating 17.4B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -13.0% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HP
The strongest argument for HP centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : SHEL
The strongest argument for SHEL centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 44.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HP
The primary concerns for HP are Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : SHEL
The primary concerns for SHEL are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HP profiles as a turnaround stock while SHEL is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
HP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.69 — 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 (70/100 vs 39/100) and 44.7% revenue growth. HP offers better value entry with a 52.5% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.
Shell PLC ADR
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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