Star Gas Partners LP (SGU)vsSunoco LP (SUN)
SGU
Star Gas Partners LP
$12.61
-0.86%
ENERGY · Cap: $405.50M
SUN
Sunoco LP
$64.69
-1.52%
ENERGY · Cap: $11.70B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sunoco LP generates 1552% more annual revenue ($30.71B vs $1.86B). SGU leads profitability with a 5.3% profit margin vs 3.1%. SGU trades at a lower P/E of 4.8x. SUN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
SGU
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
SUN
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-67.4%
Fair Value
$7.67
Current Price
$12.61
$4.94 premium
Margin of Safety
+36.0%
Fair Value
$93.33
Current Price
$64.69
$28.64 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 34 in profit
Revenue surging 106.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 135.5% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
3.2% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
5.3% margin — thin
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
3.1% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SGU
The strongest argument for SGU centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity.
Bull Case : SUN
The strongest argument for SUN centers on Price/Book, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 106.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : SGU
The primary concerns for SGU are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : SUN
The primary concerns for SUN are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Thin 3.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SGU profiles as a value stock while SUN is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SUN carries more volatility with a beta of 0.43 — expect wider price swings.
SUN is growing revenue faster at 106.4% — sustainability is the question.
SUN generates stronger free cash flow (275M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SUN scores higher overall (67/100 vs 66/100) and 106.4% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
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.
Sunoco LP
ENERGY · OIL & GAS REFINING & MARKETING · USA
Sunoco LP, distributes and sells motor fuels in the United States. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
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