Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras (PBR-A)vsValero Energy Corporation (VLO)
PBR-A
Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras
$19.59
-0.86%
ENERGY · Cap: $135.29B
VLO
Valero Energy Corporation
$388.49
+0.29%
ENERGY · Cap: $128.04B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras generates 314% more annual revenue ($548.49B vs $132.43B). PBR-A leads profitability with a 24.3% profit margin vs 5.5%. VLO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.85. PBR-A earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 83/100 (A-).
PBR-A
Exceptional Buy83
out of 100
Grade: A-
VLO
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 56 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 44.7%
Revenue surging 42.3% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 96.8% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 42 in profit
Revenue surging 51.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 453.5% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 5.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
5.5% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PBR-A
The strongest argument for PBR-A centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.3% and operating margin at 44.7%. Revenue growth of 42.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : VLO
The strongest argument for VLO centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 51.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : PBR-A
The primary concerns for PBR-A are PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : VLO
The primary concerns for VLO are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PBR-A profiles as a growth stock while VLO is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
VLO carries more volatility with a beta of 0.59 — expect wider price swings.
VLO is growing revenue faster at 51.7% — sustainability is the question.
PBR-A generates stronger free cash flow (7.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PBR-A scores higher overall (83/100 vs 76/100), backed by strong 24.3% margins and 42.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" and "Strong 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.
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 →Valero Energy Corporation
ENERGY · OIL & GAS REFINING & MARKETING · USA
Valero Energy Corporation is a Fortune 500 international manufacturer and marketer of transportation fuels, other petrochemical products, and power. It is headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, United States.
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