RPC Inc (RES)vsShell PLC ADR (SHEL)
RES
RPC Inc
$6.81
-6.20%
ENERGY · Cap: $1.47B
SHEL
Shell PLC ADR
$85.40
-0.22%
ENERGY · Cap: $238.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Shell PLC ADR generates 15190% more annual revenue ($267.34B vs $1.75B). SHEL leads profitability with a 7.0% profit margin vs 1.2%. SHEL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.27. SHEL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
RES
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
SHEL
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+74.8%
Fair Value
$22.75
Current Price
$6.81
$15.94 discount
Margin of Safety
-59.1%
Fair Value
$53.84
Current Price
$85.40
$31.56 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 36.6% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 26.6% YoY
Generating 1.6B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 1.9% — below average capital efficiency
1.2% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.8%
0.7% revenue growth
7.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : RES
The strongest argument for RES centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 36.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SHEL
The strongest argument for SHEL centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. PEG of 1.27 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : RES
The primary concerns for RES are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 73.6x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : SHEL
The primary concerns for SHEL are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
RES profiles as a hypergrowth stock while SHEL is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
RES carries more volatility with a beta of 0.69 — expect wider price swings.
RES is growing revenue faster at 36.6% — sustainability is the question.
SHEL generates stronger free cash flow (1.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SHEL scores higher overall (63/100 vs 47/100). RES offers better value entry with a 74.8% margin of safety. 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.
RPC Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS EQUIPMENT & SERVICES · USA
RPC, Inc. provides a range of oilfield services and equipment for oil and gas companies involved in the exploration, production and development of oil and gas properties. The company is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
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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