Marathon Petroleum Corp (MPC)vsStar Gas Partners LP (SGU)
MPC
Marathon Petroleum Corp
$390.95
+0.66%
ENERGY · Cap: $111.19B
SGU
Star Gas Partners LP
$12.77
-0.16%
ENERGY · Cap: $422.61M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Marathon Petroleum Corp generates 7963% more annual revenue ($154.15B vs $1.91B). MPC leads profitability with a 5.5% profit margin vs 4.5%. SGU trades at a lower P/E of 5.7x. MPC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
MPC
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
SGU
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-6.2%
Fair Value
$196.50
Current Price
$390.95
$194.45 premium
Margin of Safety
-60.5%
Fair Value
$8.00
Current Price
$12.77
$4.77 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 45 in profit
Revenue surging 53.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 348.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 9.1B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
17.2% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 32.1% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
5.5% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
4.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of -10.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MPC
The strongest argument for MPC centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 53.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SGU
The strongest argument for SGU centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 17.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MPC
The primary concerns for MPC are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.80 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : SGU
The primary concerns for SGU are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 4.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MPC profiles as a hypergrowth stock while SGU is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MPC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.53 — expect wider price swings.
MPC is growing revenue faster at 53.7% — sustainability is the question.
MPC generates stronger free cash flow (9.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MPC scores higher overall (73/100 vs 58/100) and 53.7% revenue growth. 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.
Marathon Petroleum Corp
ENERGY · OIL & GAS REFINING & MARKETING · USA
Marathon Petroleum Corporation is an American petroleum refining, marketing, and transportation company headquartered in Findlay, Ohio.
Visit Website →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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