Frontline Ltd (FRO)vsShell PLC ADR (SHEL)
FRO
Frontline Ltd
$39.51
+3.65%
ENERGY · Cap: $8.49B
SHEL
Shell PLC ADR
$83.97
-0.32%
ENERGY · Cap: $243.12B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Shell PLC ADR generates 13481% more annual revenue ($266.89B vs $1.97B). FRO leads profitability with a 19.3% profit margin vs 6.7%. SHEL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.32. FRO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
FRO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
SHEL
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-11.0%
Fair Value
$27.13
Current Price
$39.51
$12.38 premium
Margin of Safety
+4.5%
Fair Value
$84.58
Current Price
$83.97
$0.61 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 44.5%
Revenue surging 46.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 241.6% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 376.2% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 1.6B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
6.7% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 3.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FRO
The strongest argument for FRO centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.3% and operating margin at 44.5%. Revenue growth of 46.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SHEL
The strongest argument for SHEL centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 1.32 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : FRO
The primary concerns for FRO are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : SHEL
The primary concerns for SHEL are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FRO profiles as a growth stock while SHEL is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
FRO carries more volatility with a beta of 0.05 — expect wider price swings.
FRO is growing revenue faster at 46.7% — sustainability is the question.
SHEL generates stronger free cash flow (1.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FRO scores higher overall (65/100 vs 61/100), backed by strong 19.3% margins and 46.7% 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.
Frontline Ltd
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Frontline Ltd., a shipping company, is engaged in shipping crude oil and petroleum products globally. The company is headquartered in Hamilton, Bermuda.
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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