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Valaris Ltd (VAL) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target

Valaris Ltd stock (VAL) is currently trading at $92.52. Valaris Ltd PE ratio is 6.68. Valaris Ltd PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 2.70. Analyst consensus price target for VAL is $65.92. WallStSmart rates VAL as Hold.

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VAL

Valaris

NYSEENERGY
$92.52
$3.16 (-3.30%)
52W$27.15
$102.19
Target$65.92-28.8%

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VAL Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors

Benjamin Graham Formula · Valaris Ltd (VAL)

Margin of Safety
+86.4%
Strong Buy Zone
VAL Fair Value
$648.65
Graham Formula
Current Price
$92.52
$556.13 below fair value
Undervalued
Fair: $648.65
Overvalued
Price $92.52
Graham IV $648.65
Analyst $65.92

VAL trades at a significant discount to its Graham intrinsic value of $648.65, offering a 86% margin of safety — a level value investors typically seek before buying.

Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.

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Smart Analysis

Valaris Ltd (VAL) · 9 metrics scored

Smart Score

62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Buy
Investment Rating

Category Performance

WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.

Investment Thesis

Strong fundamentals in return on equity, eps growth, profit margin. Concerns around revenue growth. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.

Valaris Ltd (VAL) Key Strengths (5)

Avg Score: 9.4/10
Return on EquityProfitability
36.20%10/10

Every $100 of shareholder equity generates $36 in profit

EPS GrowthGrowth
446.60%10/10

Earnings per share surging 446.60% year-over-year

Profit MarginProfitability
41.50%10/10

Keeps $42 of every $100 in revenue as net profit

Institutional Own.Quality
88.92%10/10

88.92% of shares held by major funds and institutions

Market CapQuality
$6.41B7/10

Mid-cap company balancing growth potential with stability

Supporting Valuation Data

P/E Ratio
6.68
Undervalued
Trailing P/E
6.68
Undervalued
EV/Revenue
2.94
Undervalued

Valaris Ltd (VAL) Areas to Watch (4)

Avg Score: 4.0/10
Revenue GrowthGrowth
-8.00%0/10

Revenue declining -8.00%, a shrinking business

Operating MarginProfitability
10.50%4/10

Thin operating margins with cost pressures present

Price/SalesValuation
2.706/10

Revenue is fairly priced at 2.70x sales

Price/BookValuation
2.026/10

Fairly priced relative to book value

Supporting Valuation Data

Forward P/E
30.21
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VAL Target Price
$65.92
14% Downside

Valaris Ltd (VAL) Detailed Analysis Report

Overall Assessment

This company scores 62/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a C+ grade. Out of 9 metrics analyzed, 5 register as strengths (avg 9.4/10) while 4 fall into concern territory (avg 4.0/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.

The Bull Case

The strongest argument centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with Return on Equity at 36.20%, Profit Margin at 41.50%. Growth metrics are encouraging with EPS Growth at 446.60%.

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are Revenue Growth, Operating Margin, Price/Sales. Some valuation metrics including Price/Sales (2.70), Price/Book (2.02) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at -8.00%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Operating Margin at 10.50%.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Revenue Growth improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 36.20% currently healthy but needing to be sustained. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at -8.00% needing to reaccelerate.

Risk Considerations

Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. The weight of evidence leans positive, with more strengths than concerns. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.

Bottom Line

Mixed fundamentals with both positives (Return on Equity, EPS Growth) and negatives (Revenue Growth, Operating Margin). A cautious approach is warranted. Monitor for improvement in weak areas before increasing conviction.

Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.

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WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for Valaris Ltd (VAL) · ENERGYOIL & GAS EQUIPMENT & SERVICES

The Big Picture

Valaris Ltd faces headwinds with declining revenue, though profitability provides a cushion. Revenue reached 2.4B with 8% decline year-over-year. Profit margins are strong at 41.5%, reflecting pricing power and operational efficiency.

Key Findings

Excellent Capital Efficiency

ROE of 3620.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.

Revenue Decline

Revenue contracted 8% YoY. Worth determining whether this is cyclical or structural.

Negative Free Cash Flow

Free cash flow is -39M, meaning the company is burning cash. This may be acceptable for high-growth companies investing heavily.

What to Watch Next

Sector dynamics: monitor OIL & GAS EQUIPMENT & SERVICES industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Valaris Ltd.

Bottom Line

Valaris Ltd faces challenges with declining revenue. While profitability provides a buffer, the long-term trajectory needs to improve. Watch for management's strategic response and whether the company can stabilize or pivot to new growth drivers.

This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.

Insider Transactions(20 last 3 months)

Total Buys
5
Total Sells
15

Data sourced from SEC Form 4 filings

Last updated: 11:03:37 AM

About Valaris Ltd(VAL)

Exchange

NYSE

Sector

ENERGY

Industry

OIL & GAS EQUIPMENT & SERVICES

Country

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.