AdvanSix Inc (ASIX)vsCelanese Corporation (CE)
ASIX
AdvanSix Inc
$16.60
-1.48%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $448.22M
CE
Celanese Corporation
$46.09
+0.81%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $4.88B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Celanese Corporation generates 523% more annual revenue ($9.71B vs $1.56B). ASIX leads profitability with a -1.1% profit margin vs -12.0%. CE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 45/100 (D+).
ASIX
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
CE
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+8.1%
Fair Value
$20.53
Current Price
$16.60
$3.93 discount
Margin of Safety
+29.7%
Fair Value
$86.13
Current Price
$46.09
$40.04 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
2.7% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 2.1%
ROE of -2.2% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -26.9% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 37.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ASIX
The strongest argument for ASIX centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : CE
The strongest argument for CE centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : ASIX
The primary concerns for ASIX are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : CE
The primary concerns for CE are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.96 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ASIX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.25 — expect wider price swings.
CE is growing revenue faster at 8.7% — sustainability is the question.
CE generates stronger free cash flow (147M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CE scores higher overall (45/100 vs 39/100). Both earn "Hold" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
AdvanSix Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · CHEMICALS · USA
AdvanSix Inc. manufactures and sells polymer resins in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey.
Celanese Corporation
BASIC MATERIALS · CHEMICALS · USA
Celanese Corporation is a Fortune 500 global technology and specialty materials company headquartered in Irving, Texas, United States.
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