Halliburton Company (HAL)vsPetróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras (PBR-A)
HAL
Halliburton Company
$31.64
+1.44%
ENERGY · Cap: $29.42B
PBR-A
Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras
$16.87
+2.55%
ENERGY · Cap: $109.54B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras generates 2147% more annual revenue ($498.09B vs $22.17B). PBR-A leads profitability with a 21.6% profit margin vs 7.0%. HAL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.92. PBR-A earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
HAL
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
PBR-A
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+16.6%
Fair Value
$37.46
Current Price
$31.64
$5.82 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PBR-A.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 133.5% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 32.0%
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
7.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 0.3%
0.4% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 7.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HAL
The strongest argument for HAL centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.92 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, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.6% and operating margin at 32.0%.
Bear Case : HAL
The primary concerns for HAL are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : PBR-A
The primary concerns for PBR-A are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HAL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.72 — expect wider price swings.
PBR-A is growing revenue faster at 0.4% — sustainability is the question.
PBR-A generates stronger free cash flow (3.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
HAL scores higher overall (65/100 vs 65/100). Both earn "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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