California Resources Corp (CRC)vsShell PLC ADR (SHEL)
CRC
California Resources Corp
$68.01
+2.10%
ENERGY · Cap: $6.03B
SHEL
Shell PLC ADR
$90.67
+1.98%
ENERGY · Cap: $252.85B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Shell PLC ADR generates 7743% more annual revenue ($266.89B vs $3.40B). CRC leads profitability with a 10.7% profit margin vs 6.7%. CRC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.24. SHEL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
CRC
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
SHEL
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+9.8%
Fair Value
$62.97
Current Price
$68.01
$5.04 discount
Margin of Safety
+4.2%
Fair Value
$84.32
Current Price
$90.67
$6.35 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 376.2% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 3.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Grey zone — moderate risk
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 13.8%
Earnings declined 61.5%
6.7% margin — thin
Revenue declined 3.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CRC
The strongest argument for CRC centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.24 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SHEL
The strongest argument for SHEL centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 1.31 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CRC
The primary concerns for CRC are Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : SHEL
The primary concerns for SHEL are Profit Margin, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CRC profiles as a declining stock while SHEL is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CRC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.03 — expect wider price swings.
SHEL is growing revenue faster at -3.3% — sustainability is the question.
SHEL generates stronger free cash flow (3.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SHEL scores higher overall (61/100 vs 60/100). 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.
California Resources Corp
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
California Resources Corporation is an independent oil and natural gas exploration and production company in the state of California. The company is headquartered in Santa Clarita, California.
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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