Halliburton Company (HAL)vsCactus Inc (WHD)
HAL
Halliburton Company
$35.84
-0.64%
ENERGY · Cap: $30.66B
WHD
Cactus Inc
$69.54
+1.67%
ENERGY · Cap: $4.87B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Halliburton Company generates 1541% more annual revenue ($22.37B vs $1.36B). WHD leads profitability with a 12.0% profit margin vs 7.2%. HAL trades at a lower P/E of 19.3x. HAL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
HAL
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
WHD
Buy58
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
Intrinsic value data unavailable for WHD.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 64.3% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
3.7% revenue growth
7.2% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
ROE of 6.2% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : WHD
The strongest argument for WHD centers on Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 64.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HAL
The primary concerns for HAL are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : WHD
The primary concerns for WHD are Return on Equity, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 58.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HAL profiles as a value stock while WHD is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
WHD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.38 — expect wider price swings.
WHD is growing revenue faster at 64.3% — sustainability is the question.
HAL generates stronger free cash flow (589M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HAL scores higher overall (63/100 vs 58/100). 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.
Cactus Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS EQUIPMENT & SERVICES · USA
Cactus, Inc. designs, manufactures, sells, and leases a variety of wellheads and pressure control equipment in the United States. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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