Black Stone Minerals LP (BSM)vsShell PLC ADR (SHEL)
BSM
Black Stone Minerals LP
$14.10
-0.56%
ENERGY · Cap: $3.18B
SHEL
Shell PLC ADR
$88.50
-1.23%
ENERGY · Cap: $250.42B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Shell PLC ADR generates 65078% more annual revenue ($267.34B vs $410.17M). BSM leads profitability with a 72.5% profit margin vs 7.0%. SHEL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.29. SHEL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
BSM
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
SHEL
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-58.7%
Fair Value
$9.58
Current Price
$14.10
$4.52 premium
Margin of Safety
-69.4%
Fair Value
$54.31
Current Price
$88.50
$34.19 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 73 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Every $100 of equity generates 28 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 26.6% YoY
Generating 2.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 30.5%
0.7% revenue growth
7.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BSM
The strongest argument for BSM centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 72.5% and operating margin at 14.2%.
Bull Case : SHEL
The strongest argument for SHEL centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. PEG of 1.29 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BSM
The primary concerns for BSM are Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : SHEL
The primary concerns for SHEL are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BSM profiles as a mature stock while SHEL is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
BSM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.02 — expect wider price swings.
BSM is growing revenue faster at 8.5% — sustainability is the question.
SHEL generates stronger free cash flow (2.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SHEL scores higher overall (63/100 vs 57/100). 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.
Black Stone Minerals LP
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Black Stone Minerals, LP, owns and manages oil and natural gas mining interests. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
Shell PLC ADR
ENERGY · OIL & GAS INTEGRATED · USA
Shell plc is a global petrochemical and energy company. The company is headquartered in The Hague, the Netherlands.
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