Baker Hughes Co (BKR)vsNCS Multistage Holdings Inc (NCSM)
BKR
Baker Hughes Co
$66.11
-0.54%
ENERGY · Cap: $64.03B
NCSM
NCS Multistage Holdings Inc
$56.01
+0.52%
ENERGY · Cap: $144.59M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Baker Hughes Co generates 15460% more annual revenue ($27.89B vs $179.26M). BKR leads profitability with a 11.2% profit margin vs 10.8%. NCSM trades at a lower P/E of 7.9x. BKR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
BKR
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
NCSM
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 132.5% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 301.9% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
2.5% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 1.9%
Revenue declined 8.7%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BKR
The strongest argument for BKR centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Bull Case : NCSM
The strongest argument for NCSM centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : BKR
The primary concerns for BKR are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : NCSM
The primary concerns for NCSM are Market Cap, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BKR profiles as a value stock while NCSM is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
BKR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.97 — expect wider price swings.
BKR is growing revenue faster at 2.5% — sustainability is the question.
BKR generates stronger free cash flow (164M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BKR scores higher overall (60/100 vs 56/100). Both earn "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.
NCS Multistage Holdings Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS EQUIPMENT & SERVICES · USA
NCS Multistage Holdings, Inc. provides engineering products and support services for oil and natural gas well completions and field development strategies in the United States, Canada, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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