Halliburton Company (HAL)vsSmart Sand Inc (SND)
HAL
Halliburton Company
$35.84
-0.64%
ENERGY · Cap: $30.66B
SND
Smart Sand Inc
$5.21
+0.19%
ENERGY · Cap: $225.56M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Halliburton Company generates 5681% more annual revenue ($22.37B vs $386.99M). HAL leads profitability with a 7.2% profit margin vs 2.7%. HAL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.77. HAL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
HAL
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
SND
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+1.7%
Fair Value
$37.76
Current Price
$35.84
$1.92 discount
Margin of Safety
+36.6%
Fair Value
$7.84
Current Price
$5.21
$2.63 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 34.1% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
3.7% revenue growth
7.2% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
2.7% margin — thin
Earnings declined 53.7%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : SND
The strongest argument for SND centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 34.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.86 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : HAL
The primary concerns for HAL are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : SND
The primary concerns for SND are Market Cap, Profit Margin, EPS Growth. Thin 2.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HAL profiles as a value stock while SND is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
HAL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.77 — expect wider price swings.
SND is growing revenue faster at 34.1% — sustainability is the question.
HAL generates stronger free cash flow (589M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HAL scores higher overall (63/100 vs 57/100). SND offers better value entry with a 36.6% margin of safety. 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.
Smart Sand Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS EQUIPMENT & SERVICES · USA
Smart Sand, Inc., an integrated fracturing sand supply and services company, is engaged in the excavation, processing, and sale of sands or proppant for use in hydraulic fracturing operations in the oil and gas industry in the United States. United. The company is headquartered in The Woodlands, Texas.
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