Baker Hughes Co (BKR)vsValaris Ltd (VAL)
BKR
Baker Hughes Co
$60.35
-0.59%
ENERGY · Cap: $59.64B
VAL
Valaris Ltd
$92.52
-3.30%
ENERGY · Cap: $6.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Baker Hughes Co generates 1071% more annual revenue ($27.73B vs $2.37B). VAL leads profitability with a 41.5% profit margin vs 9.3%. VAL trades at a lower P/E of 6.7x. VAL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
BKR
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
VAL
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
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
+86.4%
Fair Value
$648.65
Current Price
$92.52
$556.13 discount
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 36 in profit
Keeps 42 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 446.6% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 25.6%
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 8.0%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : VAL
The strongest argument for VAL centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 41.5% and operating margin at 10.5%.
Bear Case : BKR
The primary concerns for BKR are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : VAL
The primary concerns for VAL are Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BKR profiles as a growth stock while VAL is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
VAL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.07 — expect wider price swings.
BKR is growing revenue faster at 30.0% — sustainability is the question.
BKR generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VAL scores higher overall (62/100 vs 44/100), backed by strong 41.5% margins. 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.
Valaris Ltd
ENERGY · OIL & GAS EQUIPMENT & SERVICES · USA
Valaris Limited provides offshore contract drilling services in various water depths for the oil and gas industry globally. The company is headquartered in Hamilton, Bermuda.
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