NOV Inc. (NOV)vsShell PLC ADR (SHEL)
NOV
NOV Inc.
$21.10
-1.03%
ENERGY · Cap: $7.63B
SHEL
Shell PLC ADR
$96.45
-0.33%
ENERGY · Cap: $266.01B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Shell PLC ADR generates 3333% more annual revenue ($296.60B vs $8.64B). SHEL leads profitability with a 8.8% profit margin vs 1.1%. NOV appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.86. SHEL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
NOV
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
SHEL
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NOV.
Margin of Safety
-63.0%
Fair Value
$58.46
Current Price
$96.45
$37.99 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
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
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 1.5% — below average capital efficiency
1.1% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NOV
The strongest argument for NOV centers on Price/Book, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.86 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : NOV
The primary concerns for NOV are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 79.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : SHEL
The primary concerns for SHEL are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NOV profiles as a value stock while SHEL is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
NOV carries more volatility with a beta of 0.94 — 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 54/100) and 44.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
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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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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