Kosmos Energy Ltd (KOS)vsShell PLC ADR (SHEL)
KOS
Kosmos Energy Ltd
$3.08
+0.65%
ENERGY · Cap: $1.74B
SHEL
Shell PLC ADR
$90.67
+1.98%
ENERGY · Cap: $248.82B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Shell PLC ADR generates 20598% more annual revenue ($266.89B vs $1.29B). SHEL leads profitability with a 6.7% profit margin vs -54.3%. SHEL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
KOS
Avoid25
out of 100
Grade: F
SHEL
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for KOS.
Margin of Safety
+4.1%
Fair Value
$84.23
Current Price
$90.67
$6.44 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -80.9% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 25.8%
6.7% margin — thin
Revenue declined 3.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KOS
The strongest argument for KOS centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : SHEL
The strongest argument for SHEL centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 1.32 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : KOS
The primary concerns for KOS are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 3.33 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : SHEL
The primary concerns for SHEL are Profit Margin, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KOS profiles as a turnaround stock while SHEL is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
KOS carries more volatility with a beta of 0.66 — expect wider price swings.
SHEL is growing revenue faster at -3.3% — 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 25/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Kosmos Energy Ltd
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Kosmos Energy Ltd., an independent deepwater oil and gas exploration and production company, focuses on the Atlantic margins. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
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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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