SandRidge Energy Inc (SD)vsShell PLC ADR (SHEL)
SD
SandRidge Energy Inc
$13.74
+1.89%
ENERGY · Cap: $554.51M
SHEL
Shell PLC ADR
$77.70
-2.28%
ENERGY · Cap: $216.13B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Shell PLC ADR generates 163382% more annual revenue ($267.34B vs $163.53M). SD leads profitability with a 46.4% profit margin vs 7.0%. SHEL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.18. SD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
SD
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
SHEL
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SD.
Margin of Safety
-44.0%
Fair Value
$53.97
Current Price
$77.70
$23.73 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 46 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 36.2%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
16.8% revenue growth
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
0.7% revenue growth
7.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SD
The strongest argument for SD centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 46.4% and operating margin at 36.2%. Revenue growth of 16.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SHEL
The strongest argument for SHEL centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. PEG of 1.18 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : SD
The primary concerns for SD are Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : SHEL
The primary concerns for SHEL are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SD profiles as a growth stock while SHEL is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SD carries more volatility with a beta of 0.48 — expect wider price swings.
SD is growing revenue faster at 16.8% — sustainability is the question.
SHEL generates stronger free cash flow (1.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SD scores higher overall (76/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 46.4% margins and 16.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "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.
SandRidge Energy Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
SandRidge Energy, Inc. is engaged in the acquisition, development and production of oil and natural gas primarily in the mid-continent of the United States.
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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