Devon Energy Corporation (DVN)vsShell PLC ADR (SHEL)
DVN
Devon Energy Corporation
$50.23
+0.42%
ENERGY · Cap: $53.24B
SHEL
Shell PLC ADR
$96.77
+0.84%
ENERGY · Cap: $266.01B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Shell PLC ADR generates 1479% more annual revenue ($296.60B vs $18.78B). DVN leads profitability with a 17.5% profit margin vs 8.8%. SHEL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.56. DVN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).
DVN
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
SHEL
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-42.8%
Fair Value
$34.30
Current Price
$50.23
$15.93 premium
Margin of Safety
-63.0%
Fair Value
$58.46
Current Price
$96.77
$38.31 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 41.1%
Revenue surging 64.2% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 44.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 220.0% YoY
Generating 17.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 7.9% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DVN
The strongest argument for DVN centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.5% and operating margin at 41.1%. Revenue growth of 64.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SHEL
The strongest argument for SHEL centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 44.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : DVN
The primary concerns for DVN are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : SHEL
The primary concerns for SHEL are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DVN profiles as a growth stock while SHEL is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
DVN carries more volatility with a beta of 0.43 — expect wider price swings.
DVN is growing revenue faster at 64.2% — sustainability is the question.
SHEL generates stronger free cash flow (17.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DVN scores higher overall (79/100 vs 73/100), backed by strong 17.5% margins and 64.2% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Devon Energy Corporation
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Devon Energy Corporation is an American energy company engaged in hydrocarbon exploration in the American market.
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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