Baker Hughes Co (BKR)vsWeatherford International plc (WFRD)
BKR
Baker Hughes Co
$61.55
-1.55%
ENERGY · Cap: $61.28B
WFRD
Weatherford International plc
$86.82
-2.41%
ENERGY · Cap: $6.29B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Baker Hughes Co generates 480% more annual revenue ($27.73B vs $4.78B). BKR leads profitability with a 11.2% profit margin vs 7.7%. WFRD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.73. WFRD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
BKR
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
WFRD
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.0B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 2.4%
Earnings declined 4.2%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Grey zone — moderate risk
7.7% margin — thin
Revenue declined 8.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BKR
The strongest argument for BKR centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : WFRD
The strongest argument for WFRD centers on Return on Equity, P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : BKR
The primary concerns for BKR are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : WFRD
The primary concerns for WFRD are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BKR profiles as a declining stock while WFRD is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
BKR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.96 — expect wider price swings.
BKR is growing revenue faster at -2.4% — sustainability is the question.
BKR generates stronger free cash flow (1.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WFRD scores higher overall (51/100 vs 48/100). 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.
Weatherford International plc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS EQUIPMENT & SERVICES · USA
Weatherford International plc, an oilfield services company, provides equipment and services for the drilling, evaluation, completion, production and intervention of oil and natural gas wells worldwide. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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