Oracle Corporation (ORCL)vsShell PLC ADR (SHEL)
ORCL
Oracle Corporation
$195.95
+0.70%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $559.65B
SHEL
Shell PLC ADR
$83.97
-0.32%
ENERGY · Cap: $243.12B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Shell PLC ADR generates 317% more annual revenue ($266.89B vs $64.08B). ORCL leads profitability with a 25.3% profit margin vs 6.7%. ORCL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.14. ORCL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
ORCL
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
SHEL
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-71.0%
Fair Value
$113.80
Current Price
$195.95
$82.15 premium
Margin of Safety
+4.5%
Fair Value
$84.58
Current Price
$83.97
$0.61 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 58 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 32.7%
Keeps 25 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 21.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 24.5% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 376.2% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 1.6B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 16.8x book value
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
6.7% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 3.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ORCL
The strongest argument for ORCL centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 25.3% and operating margin at 32.7%. Revenue growth of 21.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SHEL
The strongest argument for SHEL centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 1.32 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ORCL
The primary concerns for ORCL are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 4.15 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : SHEL
The primary concerns for SHEL are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ORCL profiles as a growth stock while SHEL is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ORCL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.54 — expect wider price swings.
ORCL is growing revenue faster at 21.7% — sustainability is the question.
SHEL generates stronger free cash flow (1.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ORCL scores higher overall (71/100 vs 61/100), backed by strong 25.3% margins and 21.7% 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.
Oracle Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Oracle is an American multinational computer technology corporation headquartered in Austin, Texas. The company was formerly headquartered in Redwood Shores, California until December 2020 when it moved its headquarters to Texas. The company sells database software and technology, cloud engineered systems, and enterprise software products, particularly its own brands of database management systems.
Visit Website →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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