Valaris Ltd
NYSE: VAL · ENERGY · OIL & GAS EQUIPMENT & SERVICES
Updated 2026-04-29
Valaris Ltd (VAL) Stock Valuation Analysis
Fair value estimate, historical valuation range, and quality signals for VAL.
Valued
Valuation reasonably reflects current fundamentals. Limited margin of safety at these levels.
VAL historical valuation range
Where current P/E sits in VAL's own 5Y range.
VAL intrinsic value (DCF)
DCF-based fair value estimate vs current market price.
Intrinsic value calculated using discounted cash flow (DCF) model based on projected free cash flows, discount rate, and terminal growth assumptions. A positive margin of safety indicates the current price is below estimated fair value, providing a cushion against estimation error.
VAL valuation signals
Quick-read green flags, caution flags, and risks based on current metrics.
P/E Ratio — History
Current: 7.36x
P/S Ratio — History
Current: 2.98x
Is VAL overvalued in 2026?
Valaris Ltd (VAL) currently trades at $103.98 per share with a market capitalization of $7,061,604,000.00. Based on our multi-factor framework, the stock trades at a fair valuation with a Smart Value Score of 62/100. This score blends growth quality, financial health, and price attractiveness into a single institutional-grade read.
The stock trades at a P/E ratio of 7.4x, above its 5-year median of 7.4x.
Looking at its own history, VAL is currently trading more expensive than 52% of the last 5Y on P/E. This places it in the 52th percentile of its historical range, a reasonable but unremarkable position.
Our discounted cash flow model estimates VAL's intrinsic value at $57.88 per share, against the current market price of $103.98. This implies a premium to fair value of -52.76%. The current price sits well above what projected cash flows justify, implying investors are paying for growth that has not yet materialized.
Financial quality is a concern. The Piotroski F-Score of 3/9 flags weakening fundamentals that deserve closer scrutiny before the valuation case can be fully trusted.
Bottom line: VAL trades at a fair valuation on our framework, with a Smart Value Score of 62/100. The valuation is defensible but offers no obvious bargain. Patience or a better entry price may reward disciplined buyers.
Frequently asked questions
Is VAL overvalued in 2026?
Based on a Smart Value Score of 62/100, VAL is fairly valued. Price reasonably reflects current fundamentals with limited cushion in either direction.
What is VAL's fair value?
Our DCF model estimates VAL's intrinsic value at $57.88 per share, versus the current price of $103.98. This produces a margin of safety of -52.76%.
What P/E ratio does VAL trade at?
VAL trades at a P/E of 7.4x on trailing twelve-month earnings, compared to its 5-year median of 7.4x.
Is VAL a buy based on valuation?
WallStSmart does not issue buy or sell recommendations. Our Smart Value Score of 62/100 reflects the combined read on growth, quality, and price. The profile is balanced. Best suited for investors with an existing thesis.
How does VAL's valuation compare to its history?
On P/E, VAL currently sits in the 52th percentile of its own 5Y range. That is above its long-run median relative to where it has traded over the period.
What is VAL's Smart Value Score?
VAL's Smart Value Score is 62/100. The Smart Value Score is a proprietary WallStSmart metric blending growth quality, financial health, and valuation attractiveness into a single 0-100 read. Scores above 75 are rare and indicate strong multi-factor alignment.