Halliburton Company (HAL)vsNCS Multistage Holdings Inc (NCSM)
HAL
Halliburton Company
$38.63
+1.36%
ENERGY · Cap: $32.07B
NCSM
NCS Multistage Holdings Inc
$72.69
+0.30%
ENERGY · Cap: $177.02M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Halliburton Company generates 11981% more annual revenue ($22.18B vs $183.63M). NCSM leads profitability with a 12.9% profit margin vs 5.8%. NCSM trades at a lower P/E of 8.0x. NCSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
HAL
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
NCSM
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-243.4%
Fair Value
$10.20
Current Price
$38.63
$28.43 premium
Margin of Safety
+90.3%
Fair Value
$404.82
Current Price
$72.69
$332.13 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Every $100 of equity generates 20 in profit
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
0.8% revenue growth
5.8% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
3.0% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HAL
PEG of 1.46 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : NCSM
The strongest argument for NCSM centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 12.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HAL
The primary concerns for HAL are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : NCSM
The primary concerns for NCSM are EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HAL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.75 — expect wider price swings.
NCSM is growing revenue faster at 12.5% — sustainability is the question.
HAL generates stronger free cash flow (828M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor OIL & GAS EQUIPMENT & SERVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
NCSM scores higher overall (67/100 vs 52/100) and 12.5% 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.
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.
NCS Multistage Holdings Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS EQUIPMENT & SERVICES · USA
NCS Multistage Holdings, Inc. provides engineering products and support services for oil and natural gas well completions and field development strategies in the United States, Canada, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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