Green Plains Renewable Energy Inc (GPRE)vsMP Materials Corp (MP)
GPRE
Green Plains Renewable Energy Inc
$17.25
+2.56%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.15B
MP
MP Materials Corp
$61.30
-0.65%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $10.89B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Green Plains Renewable Energy Inc generates 659% more annual revenue ($2.09B vs $275.46M). GPRE leads profitability with a -5.8% profit margin vs -31.2%. GPRE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 42/100 (D).
GPRE
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
MP
Avoid28
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+68.6%
Fair Value
$49.32
Current Price
$17.25
$32.07 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MP.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 70.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -14.7% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 26.6%
Earnings declined 75.5%
ROE of -5.0% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 55.6%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GPRE
The strongest argument for GPRE centers on Price/Book. PEG of 1.16 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MP
The strongest argument for MP centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 70.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GPRE
The primary concerns for GPRE are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : MP
The primary concerns for MP are Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GPRE profiles as a turnaround stock while MP is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.68 — expect wider price swings.
MP is growing revenue faster at 70.0% — sustainability is the question.
GPRE generates stronger free cash flow (53M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GPRE scores higher overall (42/100 vs 28/100). Both earn "Hold" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Green Plains Renewable Energy Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · CHEMICALS · USA
Green Plains Inc. produces, markets, and distributes ethanol in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska.
MP Materials Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
MP Materials Corp. The company is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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