Vaalco Energy Inc (EGY)vsShell PLC ADR (SHEL)
EGY
Vaalco Energy Inc
$6.57
-1.35%
ENERGY · Cap: $668.83M
SHEL
Shell PLC ADR
$90.67
+1.98%
ENERGY · Cap: $252.85B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Shell PLC ADR generates 74185% more annual revenue ($266.89B vs $359.27M). SHEL leads profitability with a 6.7% profit margin vs -11.5%. SHEL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.31. SHEL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
EGY
Avoid34
out of 100
Grade: F
SHEL
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+55.5%
Fair Value
$11.20
Current Price
$6.57
$4.63 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
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
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -8.8% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 25.2%
6.7% margin — thin
Revenue declined 3.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EGY
The strongest argument for EGY centers on Price/Book.
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 : EGY
The primary concerns for EGY are Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : SHEL
The primary concerns for SHEL are Profit Margin, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EGY profiles as a turnaround stock while SHEL is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
EGY carries more volatility with a beta of 0.17 — 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 34/100). EGY offers better value entry with a 55.5% 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.
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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