Diamondback Energy Inc (FANG)vsShell PLC ADR (SHEL)
FANG
Diamondback Energy Inc
$188.04
-0.84%
ENERGY · Cap: $53.98B
SHEL
Shell PLC ADR
$88.50
-1.23%
ENERGY · Cap: $250.42B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Shell PLC ADR generates 1533% more annual revenue ($267.34B vs $16.37B). FANG leads profitability with a 9.0% profit margin vs 7.0%. SHEL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.29. FANG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
FANG
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
SHEL
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+47.5%
Fair Value
$321.84
Current Price
$188.04
$133.80 discount
Margin of Safety
-69.4%
Fair Value
$54.31
Current Price
$88.50
$34.19 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 46.1%
Revenue surging 59.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 179.5% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 26.6% YoY
Generating 2.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
ROE of 1.1% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
0.7% revenue growth
7.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FANG
The strongest argument for FANG centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 59.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SHEL
The strongest argument for SHEL centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. PEG of 1.29 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : FANG
The primary concerns for FANG are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 204.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : SHEL
The primary concerns for SHEL are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FANG profiles as a hypergrowth stock while SHEL is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
FANG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.42 — expect wider price swings.
FANG is growing revenue faster at 59.1% — sustainability is the question.
SHEL generates stronger free cash flow (2.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FANG scores higher overall (69/100 vs 63/100) and 59.1% revenue growth. 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.
Diamondback Energy Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Diamondback Energy is a company engaged in hydrocarbon exploration and headquartered in Midland, 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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