Baker Hughes Co (BKR)vsHalliburton Company (HAL)
BKR
Baker Hughes Co
$60.35
-0.59%
ENERGY · Cap: $59.64B
HAL
Halliburton Company
$36.53
-1.08%
ENERGY · Cap: $30.74B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Baker Hughes Co generates 25% more annual revenue ($27.73B vs $22.18B). BKR leads profitability with a 9.3% profit margin vs 5.8%. BKR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.26. HAL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 49/100 (D+).
BKR
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
HAL
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-246.4%
Fair Value
$17.68
Current Price
$60.35
$42.67 premium
Margin of Safety
-243.4%
Fair Value
$10.20
Current Price
$36.53
$26.33 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 30.0% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Revenue surging 80.0% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 25.6%
5.8% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 50.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BKR
The strongest argument for BKR centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Free Cash Flow. Revenue growth of 30.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : HAL
The strongest argument for HAL centers on Revenue Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 80.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BKR
The primary concerns for BKR are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : HAL
The primary concerns for HAL are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BKR profiles as a growth stock while HAL is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
BKR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.88 — expect wider price swings.
HAL is growing revenue faster at 80.0% — sustainability is the question.
BKR generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HAL scores higher overall (49/100 vs 44/100) and 80.0% revenue growth. Both earn "Hold" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Baker Hughes Co
ENERGY · OIL & GAS EQUIPMENT & SERVICES · USA
Baker Hughes Company is an American international industrial service company and one of the world's largest oil field services companies. The company provides the oil and gas industry with products and services for oil drilling, formation evaluation, completion, production and reservoir consulting. Baker Hughes is headquartered in Houston.
Halliburton Company
ENERGY · OIL & GAS EQUIPMENT & SERVICES · USA
Halliburton Company is an American multinational corporation. One of the world's largest oil field service companies, it has operations in more than 70 countries.
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