CVR Energy Inc (CVI)vsHF Sinclair Corp (DINO)
CVI
CVR Energy Inc
$32.46
-4.02%
ENERGY · Cap: $3.40B
DINO
HF Sinclair Corp
$59.25
-1.62%
ENERGY · Cap: $11.05B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
HF Sinclair Corp generates 275% more annual revenue ($26.87B vs $7.16B). CVI leads profitability with a 38.0% profit margin vs 2.2%. CVI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.71. DINO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
CVI
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
DINO
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-1227.7%
Fair Value
$1.84
Current Price
$32.46
$30.62 premium
Margin of Safety
+59.2%
Fair Value
$144.14
Current Price
$59.24
$84.89 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 38 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Earnings expanding 38.9% YoY
Areas to Watch
Grey zone — moderate risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Revenue declined 7.0%
Earnings declined 68.1%
ROE of 6.3% — below average capital efficiency
2.2% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 60.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CVI
The strongest argument for CVI centers on Profit Margin, PEG Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 38.0% and operating margin at -5.2%. PEG of 0.71 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : DINO
The strongest argument for DINO centers on Price/Book, Altman Z-Score, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : CVI
The primary concerns for CVI are Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth. A P/E of 125.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : DINO
The primary concerns for DINO are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, PEG Ratio. Thin 2.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CVI profiles as a declining stock while DINO is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CVI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.14 — expect wider price swings.
CVI is growing revenue faster at -7.0% — sustainability is the question.
CVI generates stronger free cash flow (89M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DINO scores higher overall (54/100 vs 47/100). Both earn "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.
CVR Energy Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS REFINING & MARKETING · USA
CVR Energy, Inc., is engaged in petroleum refining and nitrogen fertilizer manufacturing activities in the United States. The company is headquartered in Sugar Land, Texas.
HF Sinclair Corp
ENERGY · OIL & GAS REFINING & MARKETING · USA
HF Sinclair Corporation is an independent energy company. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
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