ARKO Petroleum Corp. Class A Common Stock (APC)vsValero Energy Corporation (VLO)
APC
ARKO Petroleum Corp. Class A Common Stock
$17.64
-1.67%
ENERGY · Cap: $36.56B
VLO
Valero Energy Corporation
$254.32
+2.49%
ENERGY · Cap: $76.05B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
VLO leads profitability with a 2.0% profit margin vs 0.0%. VLO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
APC
Avoid21
out of 100
Grade: F
VLO
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for APC.
Margin of Safety
+42.5%
Fair Value
$354.74
Current Price
$254.32
$100.42 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Earnings expanding 317.9% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
0.0% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
0.0% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.0% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 2.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APC
APC has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bull Case : VLO
The strongest argument for VLO centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : APC
The primary concerns for APC are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : VLO
The primary concerns for VLO are P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, PEG Ratio. Thin 2.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APC is growing revenue faster at 0.0% — sustainability is the question.
VLO generates stronger free cash flow (1.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor OIL & GAS REFINING & MARKETING industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
VLO scores higher overall (51/100 vs 21/100). Both earn "Buy" 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.
ARKO Petroleum Corp. Class A Common Stock
ENERGY · OIL & GAS REFINING & MARKETING · USA
Anadarko Petroleum Corporation is engaged in the exploration, development, production and marketing of oil and gas properties.
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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