Evolution Petroleum Corporation Inc (EPM)vsShell PLC ADR (SHEL)
EPM
Evolution Petroleum Corporation Inc
$3.48
+0.58%
ENERGY · Cap: $145.02M
SHEL
Shell PLC ADR
$99.09
-1.03%
ENERGY · Cap: $297.56B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Shell PLC ADR generates 343415% more annual revenue ($296.60B vs $86.34M). SHEL leads profitability with a 8.8% profit margin vs -2.8%. EPM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.69. SHEL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B).
EPM
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
SHEL
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+88.3%
Fair Value
$36.16
Current Price
$3.48
$32.68 discount
Margin of Safety
-77.1%
Fair Value
$59.39
Current Price
$99.09
$39.70 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 25.1%
Earnings expanding 31.0% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Revenue surging 44.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 220.0% YoY
Generating 17.4B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -6.2% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EPM
The strongest argument for EPM centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 14.7% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.69 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SHEL
The strongest argument for SHEL centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 44.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : EPM
The primary concerns for EPM are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : SHEL
The primary concerns for SHEL are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EPM profiles as a turnaround stock while SHEL is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
EPM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.43 — expect wider price swings.
SHEL is growing revenue faster at 44.7% — sustainability is the question.
SHEL generates stronger free cash flow (17.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SHEL scores higher overall (70/100 vs 58/100) and 44.7% revenue growth. EPM offers better value entry with a 88.3% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.
Evolution Petroleum Corporation Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Evolution Petroleum Corporation, an oil and gas company, is engaged in the development, production, ownership and management of oil and gas properties in the United States. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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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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