Golar LNG Limited (GLNG)vsShell PLC ADR (SHEL)
GLNG
Golar LNG Limited
$45.60
-0.09%
ENERGY · Cap: $4.66B
SHEL
Shell PLC ADR
$105.11
+0.39%
ENERGY · Cap: $297.56B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Shell PLC ADR generates 56570% more annual revenue ($296.60B vs $523.38M). GLNG leads profitability with a 31.3% profit margin vs 8.8%. SHEL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.73. SHEL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B).
GLNG
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B-
SHEL
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+25.7%
Fair Value
$59.48
Current Price
$45.60
$13.88 discount
Margin of Safety
-77.1%
Fair Value
$59.39
Current Price
$105.11
$45.72 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 31 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 51.1%
Revenue surging 72.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 120.8% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 7.4% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GLNG
The strongest argument for GLNG centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.3% and operating margin at 51.1%. Revenue growth of 72.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : GLNG
The primary concerns for GLNG are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : SHEL
The primary concerns for SHEL are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GLNG profiles as a growth stock while SHEL is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
GLNG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.12 — expect wider price swings.
GLNG is growing revenue faster at 72.4% — sustainability is the question.
SHEL generates stronger free cash flow (17.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GLNG scores higher overall (70/100 vs 70/100), backed by strong 31.3% margins and 72.4% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Golar LNG Limited
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Golar LNG Limited provides infrastructure for the liquefaction, transportation and regasification of LNG. The company is headquartered in Hamilton, Bermuda.
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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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