Icahn Enterprises LP (IEP)vsShell PLC ADR (SHEL)
IEP
Icahn Enterprises LP
$8.20
+0.74%
ENERGY · Cap: $5.23B
SHEL
Shell PLC ADR
$90.67
+1.98%
ENERGY · Cap: $252.85B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Shell PLC ADR generates 2736% more annual revenue ($266.89B vs $9.41B). SHEL leads profitability with a 6.7% profit margin vs -3.1%. IEP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.15. SHEL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
IEP
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
SHEL
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+55.5%
Fair Value
$18.49
Current Price
$8.20
$10.29 discount
Margin of Safety
+4.2%
Fair Value
$84.32
Current Price
$90.67
$6.35 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 960.0% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 376.2% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 3.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
ROE of -8.1% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Currently unprofitable
6.7% margin — thin
Revenue declined 3.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : IEP
The strongest argument for IEP centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book. PEG of 1.15 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SHEL
The strongest argument for SHEL centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 1.31 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : IEP
The primary concerns for IEP are Return on Equity, Free Cash Flow, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : SHEL
The primary concerns for SHEL are Profit Margin, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IEP profiles as a turnaround stock while SHEL is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
IEP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.77 — expect wider price swings.
IEP is growing revenue faster at 5.9% — sustainability is the question.
SHEL generates stronger free cash flow (3.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SHEL scores higher overall (61/100 vs 57/100). IEP offers better value entry with a 55.5% 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.
Icahn Enterprises LP
ENERGY · OIL & GAS REFINING & MARKETING · USA
Icahn Enterprises LP, operates in investment, energy, automotive, food packaging, metals, real estate, home fashion and pharmaceutical businesses in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Sunny Isles Beach, Florida.
Shell PLC ADR
ENERGY · OIL & GAS INTEGRATED · USA
Shell plc is a global petrochemical and energy company. The company is headquartered in The Hague, the Netherlands.
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