Permian Resources Corporation (PR)vsShell PLC ADR (SHEL)
PR
Permian Resources Corporation
$23.78
+0.34%
ENERGY · Cap: $19.81B
SHEL
Shell PLC ADR
$96.77
+0.84%
ENERGY · Cap: $266.01B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Shell PLC ADR generates 5070% more annual revenue ($296.60B vs $5.74B). PR leads profitability with a 21.5% profit margin vs 8.8%. PR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.25. PR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 85/100 (A-).
PR
Exceptional Buy85
out of 100
Grade: A-
SHEL
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PR.
Margin of Safety
-63.0%
Fair Value
$58.46
Current Price
$96.77
$38.31 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 57.4%
Revenue surging 55.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 232.9% YoY
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
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
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PR
The strongest argument for PR centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.5% and operating margin at 57.4%. Revenue growth of 55.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : PR
The primary concerns for PR are Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : SHEL
The primary concerns for SHEL are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PR profiles as a growth stock while SHEL is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.48 — expect wider price swings.
PR is growing revenue faster at 55.1% — sustainability is the question.
SHEL generates stronger free cash flow (17.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PR scores higher overall (85/100 vs 73/100), backed by strong 21.5% margins and 55.1% 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.
Permian Resources Corporation
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Permian Resources Corporation, an independent oil and natural gas company, focuses on the development of crude oil and related liquid-rich natural gas reserves in the United States. The company is headquartered in Midland, Texas.
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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