Kosmos Energy Ltd (KOS)vsShell PLC ADR (SHEL)
KOS
Kosmos Energy Ltd
$2.99
+0.67%
ENERGY · Cap: $1.73B
SHEL
Shell PLC ADR
$85.40
-0.22%
ENERGY · Cap: $238.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Shell PLC ADR generates 19415% more annual revenue ($267.34B vs $1.37B). SHEL leads profitability with a 7.0% profit margin vs -59.5%. SHEL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
KOS
Avoid34
out of 100
Grade: F
SHEL
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for KOS.
Margin of Safety
-59.1%
Fair Value
$53.84
Current Price
$85.40
$31.56 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 27.7% year-over-year
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 26.6% YoY
Generating 1.6B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -158.2% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 50.0%
0.7% revenue growth
7.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KOS
The strongest argument for KOS centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 27.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SHEL
The strongest argument for SHEL centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. PEG of 1.27 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : KOS
The primary concerns for KOS are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 5.80 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : SHEL
The primary concerns for SHEL are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KOS profiles as a growth stock while SHEL is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
KOS carries more volatility with a beta of 0.67 — expect wider price swings.
KOS is growing revenue faster at 27.7% — sustainability is the question.
SHEL generates stronger free cash flow (1.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SHEL scores higher overall (63/100 vs 34/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Kosmos Energy Ltd
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Kosmos Energy Ltd., an independent deepwater oil and gas exploration and production company, focuses on the Atlantic margins. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
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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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