Liberty Oilfield Services Inc (LBRT)vsShell PLC ADR (SHEL)
LBRT
Liberty Oilfield Services Inc
$33.39
+0.85%
ENERGY · Cap: $5.45B
SHEL
Shell PLC ADR
$85.36
+1.66%
ENERGY · Cap: $234.12B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Shell PLC ADR generates 6490% more annual revenue ($266.87B vs $4.05B). SHEL leads profitability with a 7.0% profit margin vs 3.7%. SHEL trades at a lower P/E of 13.1x. SHEL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
LBRT
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
SHEL
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+28.7%
Fair Value
$34.29
Current Price
$33.39
$0.90 discount
Margin of Safety
+4.6%
Fair Value
$84.67
Current Price
$85.36
$0.69 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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 26.6% YoY
Generating 1.6B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.5% revenue growth
ROE of 7.7% — below average capital efficiency
3.7% margin — thin
1.3% revenue growth
7.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LBRT
The strongest argument for LBRT centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : SHEL
The strongest argument for SHEL centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. PEG of 1.25 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : LBRT
The primary concerns for LBRT are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity. Thin 3.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : SHEL
The primary concerns for SHEL are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LBRT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.57 — expect wider price swings.
LBRT is growing revenue faster at 4.5% — sustainability is the question.
SHEL generates stronger free cash flow (1.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor OIL & GAS EQUIPMENT & SERVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SHEL scores higher overall (65/100 vs 44/100). LBRT offers better value entry with a 28.7% 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 Oilfield Services 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.
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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