Celanese Corporation (CE)vsREX American Resources Corporation (REX)
CE
Celanese Corporation
$62.66
+3.06%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $7.01B
REX
REX American Resources Corporation
$41.38
+1.52%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.08B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Celanese Corporation generates 1368% more annual revenue ($9.54B vs $650.01M). REX leads profitability with a 7.9% profit margin vs -12.2%. REX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.74. REX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (D+).
CE
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
REX
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CE.
Margin of Safety
-254.7%
Fair Value
$10.06
Current Price
$41.38
$31.32 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 28.2% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -22.5% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 6.5%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
7.9% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CE
The strongest argument for CE centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : REX
The strongest argument for REX centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, Price/Book.
Bear Case : CE
The primary concerns for CE are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : REX
The primary concerns for REX are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CE profiles as a turnaround stock while REX is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.05 — expect wider price swings.
REX is growing revenue faster at 7.0% — sustainability is the question.
CE generates stronger free cash flow (168M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
REX scores higher overall (50/100 vs 47/100). 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.
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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