Chevron Corp (CVX)vsStar Gas Partners LP (SGU)
CVX
Chevron Corp
$172.24
-0.69%
ENERGY · Cap: $359.28B
SGU
Star Gas Partners LP
$12.61
-0.86%
ENERGY · Cap: $405.50M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Chevron Corp generates 9890% more annual revenue ($185.74B vs $1.86B). CVX leads profitability with a 5.9% profit margin vs 5.3%. SGU trades at a lower P/E of 4.8x. SGU earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
CVX
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
SGU
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-78.5%
Fair Value
$97.25
Current Price
$172.24
$74.99 premium
Margin of Safety
-67.4%
Fair Value
$7.67
Current Price
$12.61
$4.94 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 20.3%
Earnings expanding 32.1% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.3% revenue growth
ROE of 6.0% — below average capital efficiency
5.9% margin — thin
3.2% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
5.3% margin — thin
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CVX
The strongest argument for CVX centers on Market Cap, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.76 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SGU
The strongest argument for SGU centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : CVX
The primary concerns for CVX are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : SGU
The primary concerns for SGU are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CVX carries more volatility with a beta of 0.47 — expect wider price swings.
SGU is growing revenue faster at 3.2% — sustainability is the question.
SGU generates stronger free cash flow (-9M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor OIL & GAS INTEGRATED industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SGU scores higher overall (66/100 vs 54/100). 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.
Chevron Corp
ENERGY · OIL & GAS INTEGRATED · USA
Chevron Corporation is an American multinational energy corporation. One of the successor companies of Standard Oil, it is headquartered in San Ramon, California, and active in more than 180 countries. Chevron is engaged in every aspect of the oil and natural gas industries, including hydrocarbon exploration and production; refining, marketing and transport; chemicals manufacturing and sales; and power generation.
Star Gas Partners LP
ENERGY · OIL & GAS REFINING & MARKETING · USA
Star Group, LP sells home heating and air conditioning products and services to residential and commercial heating oil and propane customers in the United States. The company is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut.
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