Matador Resources Company (MTDR)vsShell PLC ADR (SHEL)
MTDR
Matador Resources Company
$51.86
-4.12%
ENERGY · Cap: $6.69B
SHEL
Shell PLC ADR
$93.92
+0.71%
ENERGY · Cap: $269.99B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Shell PLC ADR generates 7625% more annual revenue ($296.60B vs $3.84B). MTDR leads profitability with a 18.9% profit margin vs 8.8%. MTDR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.64. MTDR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 84/100 (A-).
MTDR
Exceptional Buy84
out of 100
Grade: A-
SHEL
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MTDR.
Margin of Safety
-61.1%
Fair Value
$58.69
Current Price
$93.92
$35.23 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 49.2%
Earnings expanding 160.6% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 26.8% year-over-year
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 44.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 220.0% YoY
Generating 17.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MTDR
The strongest argument for MTDR centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.9% and operating margin at 49.2%. Revenue growth of 26.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SHEL
The strongest argument for SHEL centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 44.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MTDR
The primary concerns for MTDR are Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : SHEL
The primary concerns for SHEL are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MTDR profiles as a growth stock while SHEL is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MTDR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.79 — expect wider price swings.
SHEL is growing revenue faster at 44.7% — sustainability is the question.
SHEL generates stronger free cash flow (17.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MTDR scores higher overall (84/100 vs 73/100), backed by strong 18.9% margins and 26.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" and "Strong 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.
Matador Resources Company
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Matador Resources Company, an independent energy company, is engaged in the exploration, development, production and acquisition of oil and natural gas resources in the United States. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
Visit Website →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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