Liberty Energy Inc. (LBRT)vsNOV Inc. (NOV)
LBRT
Liberty Energy Inc.
$12.92
+0.15%
ENERGY · Cap: $2.11B
NOV
NOV Inc.
$17.80
-1.11%
ENERGY · Cap: $6.30B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
NOV Inc. generates 95% more annual revenue ($8.69B vs $4.44B). NOV leads profitability with a 1.6% profit margin vs 0.9%. NOV trades at a lower P/E of 43.1x. NOV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
LBRT
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
NOV
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+34.0%
Fair Value
$19.56
Current Price
$12.92
$6.64 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NOV.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 26.3% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 127.3% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
ROE of 7.7% — below average capital efficiency
0.9% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.8%
Weak financial health signals
2.3% revenue growth
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 1.5% — below average capital efficiency
1.6% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LBRT
The strongest argument for LBRT centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 26.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : NOV
The strongest argument for NOV centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.72 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : LBRT
The primary concerns for LBRT are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 53.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : NOV
The primary concerns for NOV are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. A P/E of 43.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LBRT profiles as a growth stock while NOV is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
NOV carries more volatility with a beta of 0.95 — expect wider price swings.
LBRT is growing revenue faster at 26.3% — sustainability is the question.
NOV generates stronger free cash flow (-47M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NOV scores higher overall (62/100 vs 47/100). LBRT offers better value entry with a 34.0% 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.
Liberty Energy Inc.
ENERGY · OIL & GAS EQUIPMENT & SERVICES · USA
Liberty Oilfield Services Inc. provides hydraulic fracturing and cabling services and related goods to onshore oil and natural gas exploration and production companies in North America. The company is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.
NOV Inc.
ENERGY · OIL & GAS EQUIPMENT & SERVICES · USA
NOV Inc. is an American multinational corporation based in Houston, Texas. It is a leading worldwide provider of equipment and components used in oil and gas drilling and production operations, oilfield services, and supply chain integration services to the upstream oil and gas industry.
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