Noble Corporation plc (NE)vsValaris Ltd (VAL)
NE
Noble Corporation plc
$40.83
+1.01%
ENERGY · Cap: $6.77B
VAL
Valaris Ltd
$78.14
+1.72%
ENERGY · Cap: $5.48B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Noble Corporation plc generates 30% more annual revenue ($2.88B vs $2.21B). VAL leads profitability with a 45.4% profit margin vs 5.2%. VAL trades at a lower P/E of 5.3x. VAL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
NE
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
VAL
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-12.1%
Fair Value
$39.32
Current Price
$40.83
$1.51 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for VAL.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Keeps 45 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 446.6% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 5.0% — below average capital efficiency
5.2% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Revenue declined 25.0%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NE
The strongest argument for NE centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : VAL
The strongest argument for VAL centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 45.4% and operating margin at 5.3%.
Bear Case : NE
The primary concerns for NE are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 45.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : VAL
The primary concerns for VAL are Revenue Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NE profiles as a value stock while VAL is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
VAL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.94 — expect wider price swings.
NE is growing revenue faster at -16.3% — sustainability is the question.
VAL generates stronger free cash flow (-26M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VAL scores higher overall (62/100 vs 45/100), backed by strong 45.4% margins. 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.
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.
Valaris Ltd
ENERGY · OIL & GAS DRILLING · USA
Valaris Limited provides offshore contract drilling services in various water depths for the oil and gas industry globally. The company is headquartered in Hamilton, Bermuda.
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