RPC Inc (RES)vsSchlumberger NV (SLB)
RES
RPC Inc
$7.06
-0.98%
ENERGY · Cap: $1.56B
SLB
Schlumberger NV
$51.89
+2.73%
ENERGY · Cap: $75.82B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Schlumberger NV generates 2095% more annual revenue ($35.71B vs $1.63B). SLB leads profitability with a 9.4% profit margin vs 2.0%. SLB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.63. SLB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
RES
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D
SLB
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-462.8%
Fair Value
$1.02
Current Price
$7.06
$6.04 premium
Margin of Safety
-222.7%
Fair Value
$15.98
Current Price
$51.89
$35.91 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 94.0%
Revenue surging 27.0% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 2.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 3.0% — below average capital efficiency
2.0% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 28.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : RES
The strongest argument for RES centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 27.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SLB
The strongest argument for SLB centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : RES
The primary concerns for RES are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 47.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : SLB
The primary concerns for SLB are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
RES profiles as a growth stock while SLB is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
RES carries more volatility with a beta of 0.74 — expect wider price swings.
RES is growing revenue faster at 27.0% — sustainability is the question.
SLB generates stronger free cash flow (2.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SLB scores higher overall (54/100 vs 45/100). 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.
RPC Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS EQUIPMENT & SERVICES · USA
RPC, Inc. provides a range of oilfield services and equipment for oil and gas companies involved in the exploration, production and development of oil and gas properties. The company is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
Schlumberger NV
ENERGY · OIL & GAS EQUIPMENT & SERVICES · USA
Schlumberger Limited is an oilfield services company. Schlumberger has four principal executive offices located in Paris, Houston, London, and The Hague.
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