Halliburton Company (HAL)vsCactus Inc (WHD)
HAL
Halliburton Company
$41.23
-0.40%
ENERGY · Cap: $33.08B
WHD
Cactus Inc
$56.62
-3.84%
ENERGY · Cap: $4.10B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Halliburton Company generates 1768% more annual revenue ($22.17B vs $1.19B). WHD leads profitability with a 13.0% profit margin vs 7.0%. HAL trades at a lower P/E of 21.9x. HAL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
HAL
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
WHD
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-5.3%
Fair Value
$37.61
Current Price
$41.23
$3.62 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for WHD.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 133.5% YoY
Revenue surging 38.5% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
7.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 0.3%
ROE of 6.2% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 15.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HAL
The strongest argument for HAL centers on EPS Growth. PEG of 1.04 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 38.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HAL
The primary concerns for HAL are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : WHD
The primary concerns for WHD are Return on Equity, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth. A P/E of 55.2x 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 38.5% — sustainability is the question.
WHD generates stronger free cash flow (119M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HAL scores higher overall (60/100 vs 50/100). 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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