Clean Energy Fuels Corp (CLNE)vsValero Energy Corporation (VLO)
CLNE
Clean Energy Fuels Corp
$1.43
-2.05%
ENERGY · Cap: $297.60M
VLO
Valero Energy Corporation
$384.77
-1.01%
ENERGY · Cap: $128.04B
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 1.85. VLO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
CLNE
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
VLO
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+78.3%
Fair Value
$12.15
Current Price
$1.43
$10.72 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
Every $100 of equity generates 42 in profit
Revenue surging 51.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 453.5% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 5.4B 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 : VLO
The strongest argument for VLO centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. 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 PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity.
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 1.89 — 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 (76/100 vs 47/100) and 51.7% revenue growth. CLNE offers better value entry with a 78.3% 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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