North American Construction Group Ltd (NOA)vsPetroleo Brasileiro Petrobras SA ADR (PBR)
NOA
North American Construction Group Ltd
$14.67
+1.59%
ENERGY · Cap: $407.47M
PBR
Petroleo Brasileiro Petrobras SA ADR
$22.03
+0.82%
ENERGY · Cap: $141.97B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Petroleo Brasileiro Petrobras SA ADR generates 38641% more annual revenue ($497.55B vs $1.28B). PBR leads profitability with a 22.1% profit margin vs 2.6%. PBR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.38. PBR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
NOA
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
PBR
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+51.4%
Fair Value
$32.82
Current Price
$14.67
$18.15 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PBR.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 28 in profit
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
0.0% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
2.6% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
0.5% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NOA
The strongest argument for NOA centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. PEG of 0.38 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : PBR
The strongest argument for PBR centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.1% and operating margin at 26.9%. PEG of 0.38 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : NOA
The primary concerns for NOA are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 1.93 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 2.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : PBR
The primary concerns for PBR are EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NOA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.19 — expect wider price swings.
PBR is growing revenue faster at 5.0% — sustainability is the question.
PBR generates stronger free cash flow (3.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor OIL & GAS EQUIPMENT & SERVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
PBR scores higher overall (76/100 vs 53/100), backed by strong 22.1% margins. NOA offers better value entry with a 51.4% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "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.
North American Construction Group Ltd
ENERGY · OIL & GAS EQUIPMENT & SERVICES · USA
North American Construction Group Ltd. provides mining and heavy construction services to the resource development and industrial construction sectors in Canada and the United States. The company's Heavy Construction & Mining division offers constructability reviews, budget cost estimates, design-build construction, project management, contracts. mining, pre-stripping / pit excavation, overburden removal and stacking, muskeg removal and stacking, site preparation, runway construction, site dewatering / perimeter ditching, tailings and process pipelines, transportation and construction of access, construction and densification of tailings dams, mechanically stabilized earth walls, dam construction and reclamation services. The company is headquartered in Acheson, Canada.
Visit Website →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.
Visit Website →Compare with Other OIL & GAS EQUIPMENT & SERVICES Stocks
Want to dig deeper into these stocks?