Celanese Corporation (CE)vsDow Inc (DOW)
CE
Celanese Corporation
$51.03
-5.45%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $5.86B
DOW
Dow Inc
$33.97
-2.36%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $24.40B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Dow Inc generates 314% more annual revenue ($39.33B vs $9.49B). DOW leads profitability with a -7.2% profit margin vs -11.6%. CE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 4.42. CE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 47/100 (D+).
CE
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
DOW
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+29.1%
Fair Value
$85.47
Current Price
$51.03
$34.44 discount
Margin of Safety
-21.5%
Fair Value
$27.98
Current Price
$33.97
$5.99 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 28.2% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -26.9% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 2.2%
Operating margin of 0.0%
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CE
The strongest argument for CE centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : DOW
The strongest argument for DOW centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : CE
The primary concerns for CE are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 3.09 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : DOW
The primary concerns for DOW are Operating Margin, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.74 — expect wider price swings.
CE is growing revenue faster at -2.2% — sustainability is the question.
DOW generates stronger free cash flow (621M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
CE scores higher overall (47/100 vs 40/100). Both earn "Hold" 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.
Celanese Corporation
BASIC MATERIALS · CHEMICALS · USA
Celanese Corporation is a Fortune 500 global technology and specialty materials company headquartered in Irving, Texas, United States.
Dow Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · CHEMICALS · USA
Dow Inc. is an American commodity chemical company. The company is headquartered in Midland, Michigan.
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