RPC Inc (RES)vsSchlumberger NV (SLB)
RES
RPC Inc
$6.81
-6.20%
ENERGY · Cap: $1.47B
SLB
Schlumberger NV
$58.02
+0.32%
ENERGY · Cap: $83.54B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Schlumberger NV generates 1955% more annual revenue ($35.94B vs $1.75B). SLB leads profitability with a 9.3% profit margin vs 1.2%. SLB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.88. SLB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 48/100 (D+).
RES
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
SLB
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
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
+10.2%
Fair Value
$61.08
Current Price
$58.02
$3.06 discount
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
Large-cap with strong market position
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%
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.7% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 13.8%
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 : SLB
The strongest argument for SLB centers on Market Cap.
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 : SLB
The primary concerns for SLB are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
RES profiles as a hypergrowth stock while SLB is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SLB carries more volatility with a beta of 0.73 — expect wider price swings.
RES is growing revenue faster at 36.6% — sustainability is the question.
SLB generates stronger free cash flow (144M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SLB scores higher overall (48/100 vs 47/100). RES offers better value entry with a 74.8% margin of safety. Both earn "Hold" 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.
Schlumberger NV
ENERGY · OIL & GAS EQUIPMENT & SERVICES · USA
Schlumberger Limited is an oilfield services company. Schlumberger has four principal executive offices located in Paris, Houston, London, and The Hague.
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