Ascent Industries Co (ACNT)vsREX American Resources Corporation (REX)
ACNT
Ascent Industries Co
$15.52
+0.71%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $136.93M
REX
REX American Resources Corporation
$43.73
+3.58%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.55B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
REX American Resources Corporation generates 758% more annual revenue ($656.20M vs $76.52M). REX leads profitability with a 14.1% profit margin vs 1.5%. ACNT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.94. REX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
ACNT
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
REX
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ACNT.
Margin of Safety
+24.1%
Fair Value
$46.99
Current Price
$43.73
$3.26 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 8894.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 117.5% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 1.5% — below average capital efficiency
1.5% margin — thin
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.6% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ACNT
The strongest argument for ACNT centers on EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. PEG of 0.94 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : REX
The strongest argument for REX centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : ACNT
The primary concerns for ACNT are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 1.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : REX
The primary concerns for REX are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
REX carries more volatility with a beta of 0.62 — expect wider price swings.
ACNT is growing revenue faster at 8.9% — sustainability is the question.
ACNT generates stronger free cash flow (-6M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
REX scores higher overall (61/100 vs 56/100). Both earn "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.
Ascent Industries Co
BASIC MATERIALS · CHEMICALS · USA
Ascent Industries Co., manufactures and sells specialty metals and chemicals in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Oak Brook, Illinois.
REX American Resources Corporation
BASIC MATERIALS · CHEMICALS · USA
REX American Resources Corporation, produces and sells ethanol in the United States. The company is headquartered in Dayton, Ohio.
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