Baker Hughes Co (BKR)vsHelix Energy Solutions Group Inc (HLX)
BKR
Baker Hughes Co
$59.06
-0.57%
ENERGY · Cap: $58.63B
HLX
Helix Energy Solutions Group Inc
$10.60
+2.91%
ENERGY · Cap: $1.56B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Baker Hughes Co generates 3583% more annual revenue ($27.73B vs $752.73M). HLX leads profitability with a 25.6% profit margin vs 11.2%. BKR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.66. HLX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).
BKR
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
HLX
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for BKR.
Margin of Safety
-10.6%
Fair Value
$8.00
Current Price
$10.60
$2.60 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.0B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 16321.0% YoY
Keeps 26 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 21.6%
Revenue surging 23.5% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 2.4%
Earnings declined 4.2%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Grey zone — moderate risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 0.9% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BKR
The strongest argument for BKR centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : HLX
The strongest argument for HLX centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 25.6% and operating margin at 21.6%. Revenue growth of 23.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BKR
The primary concerns for BKR are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : HLX
The primary concerns for HLX are Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Return on Equity. A P/E of 44.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BKR profiles as a declining stock while HLX is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
HLX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.17 — expect wider price swings.
HLX is growing revenue faster at 23.5% — sustainability is the question.
BKR generates stronger free cash flow (1.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HLX scores higher overall (79/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 25.6% margins and 23.5% revenue growth. 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.
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.
Helix Energy Solutions Group Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS EQUIPMENT & SERVICES · USA
Helix Energy Solutions Group, Inc., an offshore energy services company, provides specialized services to the offshore energy industry primarily in the regions of Brazil, the Gulf of Mexico, the North Sea, Asia Pacific and Africa. Western. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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