Clean Energy Fuels Corp (CLNE)vsMarathon Petroleum Corp (MPC)
CLNE
Clean Energy Fuels Corp
$1.63
+2.52%
ENERGY · Cap: $359.32M
MPC
Marathon Petroleum Corp
$395.93
+0.89%
ENERGY · Cap: $111.19B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Marathon Petroleum Corp generates 34745% more annual revenue ($154.15B vs $442.37M). MPC leads profitability with a 5.5% profit margin vs -21.3%. MPC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.90. MPC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
CLNE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
MPC
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+78.6%
Fair Value
$12.31
Current Price
$1.63
$10.68 discount
Margin of Safety
-6.5%
Fair Value
$195.86
Current Price
$395.93
$200.07 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 512.0% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 45 in profit
Revenue surging 53.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 348.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 9.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
3.7% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -17.0% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
5.5% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CLNE
The strongest argument for CLNE centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : MPC
The strongest argument for MPC centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 53.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CLNE
The primary concerns for CLNE are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : MPC
The primary concerns for MPC are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.80 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CLNE profiles as a turnaround stock while MPC is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CLNE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.82 — expect wider price swings.
MPC is growing revenue faster at 53.7% — sustainability is the question.
MPC generates stronger free cash flow (9.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MPC scores higher overall (73/100 vs 49/100) and 53.7% revenue growth. CLNE offers better value entry with a 78.6% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" 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.
Clean Energy Fuels Corp
ENERGY · OIL & GAS REFINING & MARKETING · USA
Clean Energy Fuels Corp. The company is headquartered in Newport Beach, California.
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ENERGY · OIL & GAS REFINING & MARKETING · USA
Marathon Petroleum Corporation is an American petroleum refining, marketing, and transportation company headquartered in Findlay, Ohio.
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