Halliburton Company (HAL)vsPetróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras (PBR-A)
HAL
Halliburton Company
$35.91
+0.42%
ENERGY · Cap: $27.91B
PBR-A
Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras
$19.59
-0.86%
ENERGY · Cap: $135.29B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras generates 2352% more annual revenue ($548.49B vs $22.37B). PBR-A leads profitability with a 24.3% profit margin vs 7.2%. HAL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.68. PBR-A earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 83/100 (A-).
HAL
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
PBR-A
Exceptional Buy83
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+7.1%
Fair Value
$37.59
Current Price
$35.91
$1.68 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PBR-A.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 56 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 44.7%
Revenue surging 42.3% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 96.8% YoY
Areas to Watch
3.7% revenue growth
7.2% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HAL
The strongest argument for HAL centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.68 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : PBR-A
The strongest argument for PBR-A centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.3% and operating margin at 44.7%. Revenue growth of 42.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HAL
The primary concerns for HAL are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : PBR-A
The primary concerns for PBR-A are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HAL profiles as a value stock while PBR-A is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
HAL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.84 — expect wider price swings.
PBR-A is growing revenue faster at 42.3% — sustainability is the question.
PBR-A generates stronger free cash flow (7.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PBR-A scores higher overall (83/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 24.3% margins and 42.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras
ENERGY · OIL & GAS INTEGRATED · USA
Petrleo Brasileiro SA - Petrobras produces and sells oil and gas in Brazil and internationally. The company is headquartered in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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