Vaalco Energy Inc (EGY)vsPetróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras (PBR-A)
EGY
Vaalco Energy Inc
$5.41
-0.55%
ENERGY · Cap: $566.09M
PBR-A
Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras
$15.85
-1.92%
ENERGY · Cap: $111.87B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras generates 159779% more annual revenue ($498.09B vs $311.54M). PBR-A leads profitability with a 21.6% profit margin vs -45.9%. EGY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.98. PBR-A earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
EGY
Avoid32
out of 100
Grade: F
PBR-A
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+42.5%
Fair Value
$8.68
Current Price
$5.41
$3.27 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PBR-A.
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-A
The strongest argument for PBR-A 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-A
The primary concerns for PBR-A are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EGY profiles as a turnaround stock while PBR-A is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
EGY carries more volatility with a beta of 0.07 — expect wider price swings.
PBR-A is growing revenue faster at 0.4% — sustainability is the question.
PBR-A generates stronger free cash flow (3.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PBR-A scores higher overall (65/100 vs 32/100), backed by strong 21.6% margins. EGY offers better value entry with a 42.5% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras
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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