Noble Corporation plc (NE)vsPetroleo Brasileiro Petrobras SA ADR (PBR)
NE
Noble Corporation plc
$45.41
-2.72%
ENERGY · Cap: $7.49B
PBR
Petroleo Brasileiro Petrobras SA ADR
$17.75
-5.77%
ENERGY · Cap: $117.55B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Petroleo Brasileiro Petrobras SA ADR generates 16408% more annual revenue ($498.09B vs $3.02B). PBR leads profitability with a 21.6% profit margin vs 7.6%. PBR trades at a lower P/E of 5.8x. PBR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
NE
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
PBR
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-48.5%
Fair Value
$29.67
Current Price
$45.41
$15.74 premium
Margin of Safety
+89.6%
Fair Value
$176.60
Current Price
$17.75
$158.85 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 32.0%
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 5.0% — below average capital efficiency
7.6% margin — thin
0.4% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 7.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NE
The strongest argument for NE centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : PBR
The strongest argument for PBR centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.6% and operating margin at 32.0%.
Bear Case : NE
The primary concerns for NE are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : PBR
The primary concerns for PBR are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.90 — expect wider price swings.
PBR is growing revenue faster at 0.4% — sustainability is the question.
PBR generates stronger free cash flow (3.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor OIL & GAS DRILLING industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
PBR scores higher overall (66/100 vs 47/100), backed by strong 21.6% margins. Both earn "Strong 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.
Noble Corporation plc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS DRILLING · USA
Noble Corporation is an offshore drilling contractor for the global oil and gas industry. The company is headquartered in Sugar Land, Texas.
Petroleo Brasileiro Petrobras SA ADR
ENERGY · OIL & GAS INTEGRATED · USA
Petrleo Brasileiro SA - Petrobras produces and sells oil and gas in Brazil and internationally. The company is headquartered in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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