Patterson-UTI Energy Inc (PTEN)vsShell PLC ADR (SHEL)
PTEN
Patterson-UTI Energy Inc
$12.85
-0.39%
ENERGY · Cap: $4.81B
SHEL
Shell PLC ADR
$96.77
+0.84%
ENERGY · Cap: $266.01B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Shell PLC ADR generates 6248% more annual revenue ($296.60B vs $4.67B). SHEL leads profitability with a 8.8% profit margin vs -1.9%. PTEN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.78. SHEL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
PTEN
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D
SHEL
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+66.9%
Fair Value
$38.27
Current Price
$12.85
$25.42 discount
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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
0.7% revenue growth
ROE of -3.8% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 97.9%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PTEN
The strongest argument for PTEN centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.78 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : PTEN
The primary concerns for PTEN are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : SHEL
The primary concerns for SHEL are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PTEN profiles as a turnaround stock while SHEL is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PTEN carries more volatility with a beta of 0.67 — expect wider price swings.
SHEL is growing revenue faster at 44.7% — sustainability is the question.
SHEL generates stronger free cash flow (17.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SHEL scores higher overall (73/100 vs 45/100) and 44.7% revenue growth. PTEN offers better value entry with a 66.9% 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.
Patterson-UTI Energy Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS DRILLING · USA
Patterson-UTI Energy, Inc., provides onshore contract drilling services to oil and natural gas operators in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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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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