KNOT Offshore Partners LP (KNOP)vsShell PLC ADR (SHEL)
KNOP
KNOT Offshore Partners LP
$11.30
+0.44%
ENERGY · Cap: $388.72M
SHEL
Shell PLC ADR
$94.54
-1.34%
ENERGY · Cap: $269.99B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Shell PLC ADR generates 78829% more annual revenue ($296.60B vs $375.78M). SHEL leads profitability with a 8.8% profit margin vs 4.0%. SHEL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.60. SHEL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
KNOP
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
SHEL
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+64.4%
Fair Value
$29.18
Current Price
$11.30
$17.88 discount
Margin of Safety
-61.1%
Fair Value
$58.69
Current Price
$94.54
$35.85 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
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
ROE of 3.0% — below average capital efficiency
4.0% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KNOP
The strongest argument for KNOP centers on Price/Book.
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 : KNOP
The primary concerns for KNOP are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 46.9x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : SHEL
The primary concerns for SHEL are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KNOP profiles as a value stock while SHEL is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
KNOP carries more volatility with a beta of -0.06 — 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 44/100) and 44.7% revenue growth. KNOP offers better value entry with a 64.4% 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.
KNOT Offshore Partners LP
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
KNOT Offshore Partners LP owns and operates tanker vessels under long-term charters in the North Sea and Brazil. The company is headquartered in Aberdeen, the United Kingdom.
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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