Shell PLC ADR (SHEL)vsYPF Sociedad Anonima (YPF)
SHEL
Shell PLC ADR
$96.77
+0.84%
ENERGY · Cap: $266.01B
YPF
YPF Sociedad Anonima
$55.55
-0.91%
ENERGY · Cap: $20.63B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
YPF Sociedad Anonima generates 9757% more annual revenue ($29.23T vs $296.60B). SHEL leads profitability with a 8.8% profit margin vs 4.0%. YPF appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.10. YPF earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
SHEL
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
YPF
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-63.0%
Fair Value
$58.46
Current Price
$96.77
$38.31 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for YPF.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 44.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 220.0% YoY
Generating 17.4B in free cash flow
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 72.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 2551.0% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 27.5%
Generating 1.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Moderate valuation
ROE of 5.1% — below average capital efficiency
4.0% margin — thin
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SHEL
The strongest argument for SHEL centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 44.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : YPF
The strongest argument for YPF centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 72.2% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.10 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : SHEL
The primary concerns for SHEL are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : YPF
The primary concerns for YPF are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 4.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
YPF carries more volatility with a beta of -0.09 — expect wider price swings.
YPF is growing revenue faster at 72.2% — sustainability is the question.
SHEL generates stronger free cash flow (17.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
YPF scores higher overall (77/100 vs 73/100) and 72.2% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Shell PLC ADR
ENERGY · OIL & GAS INTEGRATED · USA
Shell plc is a global petrochemical and energy company. The company is headquartered in The Hague, the Netherlands.
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ENERGY · OIL & GAS INTEGRATED · USA
YPF Sociedad Annima, an energy company, operates in the upstream and downstream oil and gas activities in Argentina. The company is headquartered in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
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