Clean Energy Fuels Corp (CLNE)vsValero Energy Corporation (VLO)
CLNE
Clean Energy Fuels Corp
$1.63
+2.52%
ENERGY · Cap: $359.32M
VLO
Valero Energy Corporation
$390.42
+1.29%
ENERGY · Cap: $112.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Valero Energy Corporation generates 29836% more annual revenue ($132.43B vs $442.37M). VLO leads profitability with a 5.5% profit margin vs -21.3%. VLO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 4.08. VLO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
CLNE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
VLO
Strong Buy72
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
Intrinsic value data unavailable for VLO.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 512.0% YoY
Revenue surging 51.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 453.5% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
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
5.5% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CLNE
The strongest argument for CLNE centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : VLO
The strongest argument for VLO centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 51.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CLNE
The primary concerns for CLNE are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : VLO
The primary concerns for VLO are Profit Margin, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CLNE profiles as a turnaround stock while VLO is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CLNE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.82 — expect wider price swings.
VLO is growing revenue faster at 51.7% — sustainability is the question.
VLO generates stronger free cash flow (5.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VLO scores higher overall (72/100 vs 49/100) and 51.7% 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
Valero Energy Corporation is a Fortune 500 international manufacturer and marketer of transportation fuels, other petrochemical products, and power. It is headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, United States.
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