Geospace Technologies Corporation (GEOS)vsHalliburton Company (HAL)
GEOS
Geospace Technologies Corporation
$5.10
+0.20%
ENERGY · Cap: $67.14M
HAL
Halliburton Company
$35.84
-0.64%
ENERGY · Cap: $30.66B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Halliburton Company generates 24259% more annual revenue ($22.37B vs $91.85M). HAL leads profitability with a 7.2% profit margin vs -43.1%. HAL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.77. HAL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
GEOS
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
HAL
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for GEOS.
Margin of Safety
+1.7%
Fair Value
$37.76
Current Price
$35.84
$1.92 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -21.5% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 36.4%
3.7% revenue growth
7.2% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GEOS
The strongest argument for GEOS centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. PEG of 0.77 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : HAL
The strongest argument for HAL centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.77 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : GEOS
The primary concerns for GEOS are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : HAL
The primary concerns for HAL are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GEOS profiles as a turnaround stock while HAL is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
HAL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.77 — expect wider price swings.
HAL is growing revenue faster at 3.7% — sustainability is the question.
HAL generates stronger free cash flow (589M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HAL scores higher overall (63/100 vs 42/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Geospace Technologies Corporation
ENERGY · OIL & GAS EQUIPMENT & SERVICES · USA
Geospace Technologies Corporation designs and manufactures instruments and equipment used in the oil and gas industry to acquire seismic data for the purpose of locating, characterizing and monitoring hydrocarbon producing reservoirs. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
Halliburton Company
ENERGY · OIL & GAS EQUIPMENT & SERVICES · USA
Halliburton Company is an American multinational corporation. One of the world's largest oil field service companies, it has operations in more than 70 countries.
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