Clean Energy Fuels Corp (CLNE)vsUltrapar Participacoes SA ADR (UGP)
CLNE
Clean Energy Fuels Corp
$1.93
-3.98%
ENERGY · Cap: $425.03M
UGP
Ultrapar Participacoes SA ADR
$4.91
-2.45%
ENERGY · Cap: $5.24B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ultrapar Participacoes SA ADR generates 33138% more annual revenue ($145.79B vs $438.63M). UGP leads profitability with a 2.1% profit margin vs -22.7%. UGP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.78. UGP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
CLNE
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
UGP
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+78.9%
Fair Value
$12.46
Current Price
$1.93
$10.53 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for UGP.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 512.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 91 in profit
Earnings expanding 167.4% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -17.8% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
2.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 5.0%
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CLNE
The strongest argument for CLNE centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 13.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : UGP
The strongest argument for UGP centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 10.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.78 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CLNE
The primary concerns for CLNE are Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : UGP
The primary concerns for UGP are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Thin 2.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CLNE profiles as a turnaround stock while UGP is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CLNE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.83 — expect wider price swings.
CLNE is growing revenue faster at 13.3% — sustainability is the question.
UGP generates stronger free cash flow (171M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UGP scores higher overall (65/100 vs 51/100) and 10.3% revenue growth. CLNE offers better value entry with a 78.9% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.
Clean Energy Fuels Corp
ENERGY · OIL & GAS REFINING & MARKETING · USA
Clean Energy Fuels Corp. The company is headquartered in Newport Beach, California.
Visit Website →Ultrapar Participacoes SA ADR
ENERGY · OIL & GAS REFINING & MARKETING · USA
Ultrapar Participaes SA is engaged in the gas distribution, fuel distribution, chemical products, storage and pharmacy businesses mainly in Brazil, Mexico, Uruguay, Venezuela, other Latin American countries, the United States, Canada, the Far East, Europe and internationally. The company is headquartered in So Paulo, Brazil.
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