PBF Energy Inc (PBF)vsShell PLC ADR (SHEL)
PBF
PBF Energy Inc
$51.23
+1.71%
ENERGY · Cap: $6.02B
SHEL
Shell PLC ADR
$92.74
+0.62%
ENERGY · Cap: $254.34B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Shell PLC ADR generates 810% more annual revenue ($266.89B vs $29.33B). SHEL leads profitability with a 0.1% profit margin vs -0.5%. SHEL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.25. SHEL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
PBF
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
SHEL
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PBF.
Margin of Safety
+71.2%
Fair Value
$280.80
Current Price
$92.74
$188.06 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 3.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -2.9% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 2.9%
Earnings declined 69.9%
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.8% earnings growth
ROE of 0.1% — below average capital efficiency
0.1% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PBF
The strongest argument for PBF centers on Price/Book, Altman Z-Score.
Bull Case : SHEL
The strongest argument for SHEL centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : PBF
The primary concerns for PBF are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : SHEL
The primary concerns for SHEL are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Return on Equity. Thin 0.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PBF profiles as a turnaround stock while SHEL is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
PBF carries more volatility with a beta of 0.41 — expect wider price swings.
SHEL is growing revenue faster at -0.0% — sustainability is the question.
SHEL generates stronger free cash flow (3.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SHEL scores higher overall (57/100 vs 39/100). 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.
PBF Energy Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS REFINING & MARKETING · USA
PBF Energy Inc., is dedicated to refining and supplying petroleum products. The company is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey.
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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