Liberty Oilfield Services Inc (LBRT)vsNOV Inc. (NOV)
LBRT
Liberty Oilfield Services Inc
$28.80
-3.03%
ENERGY · Cap: $4.81B
NOV
NOV Inc.
$19.62
+0.56%
ENERGY · Cap: $7.12B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
NOV Inc. generates 118% more annual revenue ($8.74B vs $4.01B). LBRT leads profitability with a 3.7% profit margin vs 1.7%. LBRT trades at a lower P/E of 32.6x. NOV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (C-).
LBRT
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
NOV
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-295.1%
Fair Value
$6.19
Current Price
$28.80
$22.61 premium
Margin of Safety
-634.7%
Fair Value
$2.65
Current Price
$19.62
$16.97 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 7.3% — below average capital efficiency
3.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 2.8%
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 2.4% — below average capital efficiency
1.7% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LBRT
The strongest argument for LBRT centers on Price/Book. Revenue growth of 10.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : NOV
The strongest argument for NOV centers on Price/Book. PEG of 1.19 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : LBRT
The primary concerns for LBRT are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 3.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : NOV
The primary concerns for NOV are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 50.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NOV carries more volatility with a beta of 0.93 — expect wider price swings.
LBRT is growing revenue faster at 10.1% — sustainability is the question.
NOV generates stronger free cash flow (472M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor OIL & GAS EQUIPMENT & SERVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
NOV scores higher overall (50/100 vs 42/100). 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.
Liberty Oilfield Services Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS EQUIPMENT & SERVICES · USA
Liberty Oilfield Services Inc. provides hydraulic fracturing and cabling services and related goods to onshore oil and natural gas exploration and production companies in North America. The company is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.
NOV Inc.
ENERGY · OIL & GAS EQUIPMENT & SERVICES · USA
NOV Inc. is an American multinational corporation based in Houston, Texas. It is a leading worldwide provider of equipment and components used in oil and gas drilling and production operations, oilfield services, and supply chain integration services to the upstream oil and gas industry.
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