Vaalco Energy Inc (EGY)vsPetroleo Brasileiro Petrobras SA ADR (PBR)
EGY
Vaalco Energy Inc
$5.41
-0.55%
ENERGY · Cap: $566.09M
PBR
Petroleo Brasileiro Petrobras SA ADR
$17.75
-5.77%
ENERGY · Cap: $117.55B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Petroleo Brasileiro Petrobras SA ADR generates 159779% more annual revenue ($498.09B vs $311.54M). PBR leads profitability with a 21.6% profit margin vs -45.9%. EGY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.98. PBR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
EGY
Avoid32
out of 100
Grade: F
PBR
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+42.5%
Fair Value
$8.68
Current Price
$5.41
$3.27 discount
Margin of Safety
+89.6%
Fair Value
$176.60
Current Price
$17.75
$158.85 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 32.0%
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -41.5% — below average capital efficiency
0.4% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 7.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EGY
The strongest argument for EGY centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : PBR
The strongest argument for PBR centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.6% and operating margin at 32.0%.
Bear Case : EGY
The primary concerns for EGY are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : PBR
The primary concerns for PBR are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EGY profiles as a turnaround stock while PBR is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
EGY carries more volatility with a beta of 0.07 — expect wider price swings.
PBR is growing revenue faster at 0.4% — sustainability is the question.
PBR generates stronger free cash flow (3.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PBR scores higher overall (66/100 vs 32/100), backed by strong 21.6% margins. EGY offers better value entry with a 42.5% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Vaalco Energy Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
VAALCO Energy, Inc., an independent energy company, acquires, explores, develops and produces crude oil and natural gas. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
Petroleo Brasileiro Petrobras SA ADR
ENERGY · OIL & GAS INTEGRATED · USA
Petrleo Brasileiro SA - Petrobras produces and sells oil and gas in Brazil and internationally. The company is headquartered in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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