Baker Hughes Co (BKR)vsLiberty Energy Inc. (LBRT)
BKR
Baker Hughes Co
$48.86
-1.11%
ENERGY · Cap: $54.85B
LBRT
Liberty Energy Inc.
$12.92
+0.15%
ENERGY · Cap: $2.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Baker Hughes Co generates 547% more annual revenue ($28.74B vs $4.44B). BKR leads profitability with a 10.1% profit margin vs 0.9%. BKR trades at a lower P/E of 19.0x. BKR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
BKR
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
LBRT
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-58.3%
Fair Value
$30.60
Current Price
$48.86
$18.26 premium
Margin of Safety
+34.0%
Fair Value
$19.56
Current Price
$12.92
$6.64 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 26.3% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 32.8%
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 7.7% — below average capital efficiency
0.9% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.8%
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BKR
The strongest argument for BKR centers on Market Cap, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 14.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : LBRT
The strongest argument for LBRT centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 26.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BKR
The primary concerns for BKR are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : LBRT
The primary concerns for LBRT are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 53.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BKR profiles as a value stock while LBRT is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
BKR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.03 — expect wider price swings.
LBRT is growing revenue faster at 26.3% — sustainability is the question.
BKR generates stronger free cash flow (734M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BKR scores higher overall (61/100 vs 47/100) and 14.5% revenue growth. LBRT offers better value entry with a 34.0% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" 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.
Liberty Energy Inc.
ENERGY · OIL & GAS EQUIPMENT & SERVICES · USA
Liberty Oilfield Services Inc. provides hydraulic fracturing and cabling services and related goods to onshore oil and natural gas exploration and production companies in North America. The company is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.
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