APA Corporation (APA)vsShell PLC ADR (SHEL)
APA
APA Corporation
$40.32
+4.32%
ENERGY · Cap: $14.25B
SHEL
Shell PLC ADR
$90.67
+1.98%
ENERGY · Cap: $252.85B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Shell PLC ADR generates 2973% more annual revenue ($266.89B vs $8.69B). APA leads profitability with a 16.5% profit margin vs 6.7%. APA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.09. APA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
APA
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
SHEL
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+53.3%
Fair Value
$60.54
Current Price
$40.32
$20.22 discount
Margin of Safety
+4.2%
Fair Value
$84.32
Current Price
$90.67
$6.35 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 30.6%
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 376.2% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 3.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 28.0%
Earnings declined 18.2%
Distress zone — elevated risk
6.7% margin — thin
Revenue declined 3.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APA
The strongest argument for APA centers on P/E Ratio, Operating Margin, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.5% and operating margin at 30.6%. PEG of 1.09 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SHEL
The strongest argument for SHEL centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 1.31 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : APA
The primary concerns for APA are Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : SHEL
The primary concerns for SHEL are Profit Margin, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APA profiles as a declining stock while SHEL is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
APA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.48 — expect wider price swings.
SHEL is growing revenue faster at -3.3% — sustainability is the question.
SHEL generates stronger free cash flow (3.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
APA scores higher overall (68/100 vs 61/100), backed by strong 16.5% margins. 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.
APA Corporation
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
APA Corporation is the holding company for Apache Corporation, a company engaged in hydrocarbon exploration. It is organized in Delaware and headquartered in Houston.
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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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