Ultrapar Participacoes SA ADR (UGP)vsValero Energy Corporation (VLO)
UGP
Ultrapar Participacoes SA ADR
$5.70
-1.89%
ENERGY · Cap: $6.36B
VLO
Valero Energy Corporation
$381.44
-4.55%
ENERGY · Cap: $111.46B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ultrapar Participacoes SA ADR generates 5% more annual revenue ($153.26B vs $146.53B). VLO leads profitability with a 8.8% profit margin vs 2.3%. UGP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.78. VLO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 80/100 (B+).
UGP
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
VLO
Strong Buy80
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 91 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 21.9% year-over-year
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 42 in profit
Revenue surging 46.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 577.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
2.3% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : UGP
The strongest argument for UGP centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 21.9% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.78 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : VLO
The strongest argument for VLO centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 46.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : UGP
The primary concerns for UGP are Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Thin 2.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : VLO
The primary concerns for VLO are Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
UGP profiles as a growth stock while VLO is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
VLO carries more volatility with a beta of 0.59 — expect wider price swings.
VLO is growing revenue faster at 46.5% — sustainability is the question.
VLO generates stronger free cash flow (5.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VLO scores higher overall (80/100 vs 68/100) and 46.5% 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.
Ultrapar Participacoes SA ADR
ENERGY · OIL & GAS REFINING & MARKETING · USA
Ultrapar Participaes SA is engaged in the gas distribution, fuel distribution, chemical products, storage and pharmacy businesses mainly in Brazil, Mexico, Uruguay, Venezuela, other Latin American countries, the United States, Canada, the Far East, Europe and internationally. The company is headquartered in So Paulo, Brazil.
Valero Energy Corporation
ENERGY · OIL & GAS REFINING & MARKETING · USA
Valero Energy Corporation is a Fortune 500 international manufacturer and marketer of transportation fuels, other petrochemical products, and power. It is headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, United States.
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