Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras (PBR-A)vsTOP Ships Inc. (TOPS)
PBR-A
Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras
$19.88
+1.27%
ENERGY · Cap: $136.11B
TOPS
TOP Ships Inc.
$2.20
+4.27%
ENERGY · Cap: $12.65M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras generates 618627% more annual revenue ($497.55B vs $80.42M). PBR-A leads profitability with a 22.1% profit margin vs 3.8%. TOPS trades at a lower P/E of 3.4x. PBR-A earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
PBR-A
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
TOPS
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PBR-A.
Margin of Safety
+34.0%
Fair Value
$7.56
Current Price
$2.20
$5.36 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 28 in profit
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 290.0% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 22.0%
Areas to Watch
0.5% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 2.6% — below average capital efficiency
3.8% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PBR-A
The strongest argument for PBR-A centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.1% and operating margin at 26.9%. PEG of 0.35 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : TOPS
The strongest argument for TOPS centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : PBR-A
The primary concerns for PBR-A are EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : TOPS
The primary concerns for TOPS are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 1.74 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 3.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TOPS carries more volatility with a beta of 2.51 — expect wider price swings.
PBR-A is growing revenue faster at 5.0% — sustainability is the question.
PBR-A generates stronger free cash flow (3.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor OIL & GAS INTEGRATED industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
PBR-A scores higher overall (75/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 22.1% margins. TOPS offers better value entry with a 34.0% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.
Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras
ENERGY · OIL & GAS INTEGRATED · USA
Petrleo Brasileiro SA - Petrobras produces and sells oil and gas in Brazil and internationally. The company is headquartered in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Visit Website →TOP Ships Inc.
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Top Ships Inc. owns and operates tankers globally. The company is headquartered in Maroussi, Greece.
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