Helmerich and Payne Inc (HP)vsPetróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras (PBR-A)
HP
Helmerich and Payne Inc
$37.46
-5.40%
ENERGY · Cap: $3.81B
PBR-A
Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras
$15.85
-1.92%
ENERGY · Cap: $111.87B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras generates 12346% more annual revenue ($498.09B vs $4.00B). PBR-A leads profitability with a 21.6% profit margin vs -9.4%. PBR-A appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 4.09. PBR-A earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
HP
Hold37
out of 100
Grade: F
PBR-A
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+54.1%
Fair Value
$74.71
Current Price
$37.46
$37.25 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PBR-A.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -13.0% — below average capital efficiency
0.4% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 7.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HP
The strongest argument for HP centers on Price/Book.
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 : HP
The primary concerns for HP are Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : PBR-A
The primary concerns for PBR-A are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HP profiles as a turnaround stock while PBR-A is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
HP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.61 — 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.
Bottom Line
PBR-A scores higher overall (65/100 vs 37/100), backed by strong 21.6% margins. HP offers better value entry with a 54.1% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Helmerich and Payne Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS DRILLING · USA
Helmerich & Payne, Inc. provides drilling services and solutions for exploration and production companies. The company is headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
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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