Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras (PBR-A)vsWaters Corporation (WAT)
PBR-A
Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras
$18.67
-0.48%
ENERGY · Cap: $131.32B
WAT
Waters Corporation
$355.13
+1.32%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $34.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras generates 13097% more annual revenue ($497.55B vs $3.77B). PBR-A leads profitability with a 22.1% profit margin vs 11.9%. WAT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.52. PBR-A earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
PBR-A
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
WAT
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PBR-A.
Margin of Safety
-63.1%
Fair Value
$201.83
Current Price
$355.13
$153.30 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 28 in profit
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 26.9%
Revenue surging 91.5% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
0.5% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 8.3x book value
ROE of 5.2% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PBR-A
The strongest argument for PBR-A centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.1% and operating margin at 26.9%.
Bull Case : WAT
The strongest argument for WAT centers on Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 91.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : PBR-A
The primary concerns for PBR-A are EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : WAT
The primary concerns for WAT are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity. A P/E of 44.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PBR-A profiles as a value stock while WAT is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
WAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.14 — expect wider price swings.
WAT is growing revenue faster at 91.5% — sustainability is the question.
PBR-A generates stronger free cash flow (3.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PBR-A scores higher overall (67/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 22.1% margins. 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.
Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras
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 →Waters Corporation
HEALTHCARE · DIAGNOSTICS & RESEARCH · USA
Waters Corporation is a publicly traded Analytical Laboratory instrument and software company headquartered in Milford, Massachusetts.
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