Liberty Energy Inc. (LBRT)vsTenaris SA ADR (TS)
LBRT
Liberty Energy Inc.
$12.92
+0.15%
ENERGY · Cap: $2.11B
TS
Tenaris SA ADR
$60.94
-0.44%
ENERGY · Cap: $29.71B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Tenaris SA ADR generates 174% more annual revenue ($12.16B vs $4.44B). TS leads profitability with a 16.2% profit margin vs 0.9%. TS trades at a lower P/E of 15.1x. TS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
LBRT
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
TS
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+34.0%
Fair Value
$19.56
Current Price
$12.92
$6.64 discount
Margin of Safety
+3.3%
Fair Value
$50.33
Current Price
$60.94
$10.61 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 26.3% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
ROE of 7.7% — below average capital efficiency
0.9% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.8%
Weak financial health signals
4.2% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LBRT
The strongest argument for LBRT centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 26.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TS
The strongest argument for TS centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.2% and operating margin at 19.3%.
Bear Case : LBRT
The primary concerns for LBRT are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 53.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : TS
The primary concerns for TS are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LBRT profiles as a growth stock while TS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
LBRT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.69 — expect wider price swings.
LBRT is growing revenue faster at 26.3% — sustainability is the question.
TS generates stronger free cash flow (425M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TS scores higher overall (55/100 vs 47/100), backed by strong 16.2% margins. LBRT offers better value entry with a 34.0% 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.
Liberty Energy 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.
Tenaris SA ADR
ENERGY · OIL & GAS EQUIPMENT & SERVICES · USA
Tenaris SA produces and sells welded and seamless tubular steel products; and provides related services for the oil and gas industry and other industrial applications. The company is headquartered in Luxembourg, Luxembourg.
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