APA Corporation (APA)vsShell PLC ADR (SHEL)
APA
APA Corporation
$50.79
+0.63%
ENERGY · Cap: $17.22B
SHEL
Shell PLC ADR
$105.11
+0.39%
ENERGY · Cap: $297.56B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Shell PLC ADR generates 3360% more annual revenue ($296.60B vs $8.57B). APA leads profitability with a 19.6% profit margin vs 8.8%. APA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.18. APA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
APA
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
SHEL
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-1.7%
Fair Value
$50.80
Current Price
$50.79
$0.01 premium
Margin of Safety
-77.1%
Fair Value
$59.39
Current Price
$105.11
$45.72 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 56.3%
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 26.3% YoY
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Revenue surging 44.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 220.0% YoY
Generating 17.4B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
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 19.6% and operating margin at 56.3%. PEG of 1.18 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SHEL
The strongest argument for SHEL centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 44.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : APA
The primary concerns for APA are Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : SHEL
The primary concerns for SHEL are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APA profiles as a mature stock while SHEL is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
APA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.42 — expect wider price swings.
SHEL is growing revenue faster at 44.7% — sustainability is the question.
SHEL generates stronger free cash flow (17.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
APA scores higher overall (77/100 vs 70/100), backed by strong 19.6% margins. 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.
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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