Shell PLC ADR (SHEL)vsVista Energy, S.A.B. de C.V. (VIST)
SHEL
Shell PLC ADR
$96.45
-0.33%
ENERGY · Cap: $266.01B
VIST
Vista Energy, S.A.B. de C.V.
$76.27
-3.39%
ENERGY · Cap: $8.16B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Shell PLC ADR generates 8314% more annual revenue ($296.60B vs $3.53B). VIST leads profitability with a 23.6% profit margin vs 8.8%. VIST trades at a lower P/E of 9.7x. VIST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
SHEL
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
VIST
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-63.0%
Fair Value
$58.46
Current Price
$96.45
$37.99 premium
Margin of Safety
-10.6%
Fair Value
$50.66
Current Price
$76.27
$25.61 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 44.2%
Revenue surging 102.3% year-over-year
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Keeps 24 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SHEL
The strongest argument for SHEL centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 44.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : VIST
The strongest argument for VIST centers on P/E Ratio, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.6% and operating margin at 44.2%. Revenue growth of 102.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : SHEL
The primary concerns for SHEL are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : VIST
The primary concerns for VIST are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SHEL profiles as a hypergrowth stock while VIST is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SHEL carries more volatility with a beta of -0.22 — expect wider price swings.
VIST is growing revenue faster at 102.3% — sustainability is the question.
SHEL generates stronger free cash flow (17.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VIST scores higher overall (74/100 vs 73/100), backed by strong 23.6% margins and 102.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
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.
Visit Website →Vista Energy, S.A.B. de C.V.
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Vista Oil & Gas, SAB de CV, is dedicated to the exploration and production of oil and gas in Latin America. The company is headquartered in Mexico City, Mexico.
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