SM Energy Co (SM)vsTotalEnergies SE ADR (TTE)
SM
SM Energy Co
$31.23
+6.66%
ENERGY · Cap: $7.49B
TTE
TotalEnergies SE ADR
$92.71
+0.51%
ENERGY · Cap: $205.37B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
TotalEnergies SE ADR generates 5924% more annual revenue ($182.34B vs $3.03B). SM leads profitability with a 21.4% profit margin vs 7.2%. SM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.68. SM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
SM
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
TTE
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+71.1%
Fair Value
$75.72
Current Price
$31.23
$44.49 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TTE.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 26.9%
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 6.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Revenue declined 17.1%
Earnings declined 42.3%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
7.2% margin — thin
Revenue declined 2.5%
Earnings declined 27.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SM
The strongest argument for SM centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.4% and operating margin at 26.9%. PEG of 0.68 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : TTE
The strongest argument for TTE centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. PEG of 0.77 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : SM
The primary concerns for SM are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : TTE
The primary concerns for TTE are Profit Margin, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SM profiles as a declining stock while TTE is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.78 — expect wider price swings.
TTE is growing revenue faster at -2.5% — sustainability is the question.
TTE generates stronger free cash flow (6.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SM scores higher overall (60/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 21.4% margins. Both earn "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.
SM Energy Co
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
SM Energy Company, an independent energy company, is engaged in the acquisition, exploration, development, and production of oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids in the state of Texas. The company is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.
TotalEnergies SE ADR
ENERGY · OIL & GAS INTEGRATED · USA
TotalEnergies SE is a global integrated oil and gas company. The company is headquartered in Paris, France.
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