ARKO Petroleum Corp. (APC)vsValero Energy Corporation (VLO)
APC
ARKO Petroleum Corp.
$18.59
-1.15%
ENERGY · Cap: $1.53B
VLO
Valero Energy Corporation
$267.76
-0.62%
ENERGY · Cap: $75.74B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Valero Energy Corporation generates 2012% more annual revenue ($117.84B vs $5.58B). VLO leads profitability with a 3.6% profit margin vs 0.7%. VLO trades at a lower P/E of 18.6x. VLO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
APC
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
VLO
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 64 in profit
Earnings expanding 51.8% YoY
Earnings expanding 317.9% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
0.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.5%
Revenue declined 0.2%
3.6% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APC
The strongest argument for APC centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : VLO
The strongest argument for VLO centers on EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap.
Bear Case : APC
The primary concerns for APC are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Debt-to-equity of 4.75 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 0.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : VLO
The primary concerns for VLO are Profit Margin, PEG Ratio. Thin 3.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
VLO is growing revenue faster at 6.6% — sustainability is the question.
VLO generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor OIL & GAS REFINING & MARKETING industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
VLO scores higher overall (59/100 vs 52/100). Both earn "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.
ARKO Petroleum Corp.
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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