Liberty Energy Inc. (LBRT)vsSchlumberger NV (SLB)
LBRT
Liberty Energy Inc.
$12.92
+0.15%
ENERGY · Cap: $2.11B
SLB
Schlumberger NV
$50.94
-0.10%
ENERGY · Cap: $79.32B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Schlumberger NV generates 730% more annual revenue ($36.89B vs $4.44B). SLB leads profitability with a 8.4% profit margin vs 0.9%. SLB trades at a lower P/E of 26.1x. SLB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
LBRT
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
SLB
Buy52
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
Margin of Safety
+20.0%
Fair Value
$62.40
Current Price
$50.94
$11.46 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 26.3% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.0B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
ROE of 7.7% — below average capital efficiency
0.9% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.8%
Weak financial health signals
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 2.0%
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 : SLB
The strongest argument for SLB centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
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 : SLB
The primary concerns for SLB are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LBRT profiles as a growth stock while SLB is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SLB carries more volatility with a beta of 0.84 — expect wider price swings.
LBRT is growing revenue faster at 26.3% — sustainability is the question.
SLB generates stronger free cash flow (1.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SLB scores higher overall (52/100 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.
Schlumberger NV
ENERGY · OIL & GAS EQUIPMENT & SERVICES · USA
Schlumberger Limited is an oilfield services company. Schlumberger has four principal executive offices located in Paris, Houston, London, and The Hague.
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