Baker Hughes Co (BKR)vsNCS Multistage Holdings Inc (NCSM)
BKR
Baker Hughes Co
$59.06
-0.57%
ENERGY · Cap: $58.63B
NCSM
NCS Multistage Holdings Inc
$53.35
0.00%
ENERGY · Cap: $140.02M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Baker Hughes Co generates 15203% more annual revenue ($27.73B vs $181.17M). BKR leads profitability with a 11.2% profit margin vs 7.6%. NCSM trades at a lower P/E of 10.8x. BKR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
BKR
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
NCSM
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 301.9% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 2.4%
Earnings declined 4.2%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
7.6% margin — thin
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Operating margin of -14.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BKR
The strongest argument for BKR centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
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 PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : NCSM
The primary concerns for NCSM are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BKR profiles as a declining stock while NCSM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
BKR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.96 — expect wider price swings.
NCSM is growing revenue faster at 5.2% — sustainability is the question.
BKR generates stronger free cash flow (1.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BKR scores higher overall (52/100 vs 51/100). 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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