AdvanSix Inc (ASIX)vsCelanese Corporation (CE)
ASIX
AdvanSix Inc
$21.48
-2.63%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $610.62M
CE
Celanese Corporation
$51.03
-5.45%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $5.86B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Celanese Corporation generates 513% more annual revenue ($9.49B vs $1.55B). ASIX leads profitability with a 0.7% profit margin vs -11.6%. CE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 47/100 (D+).
ASIX
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
CE
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+9.0%
Fair Value
$20.73
Current Price
$21.48
$0.75 discount
Margin of Safety
+29.1%
Fair Value
$85.47
Current Price
$51.03
$34.44 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 28.2% YoY
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 1.3% — below average capital efficiency
0.7% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -26.9% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 2.2%
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, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : ASIX
The primary concerns for ASIX are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 62.9x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : CE
The primary concerns for CE are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 3.09 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ASIX profiles as a value stock while CE is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
ASIX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.32 — expect wider price swings.
ASIX is growing revenue faster at 7.0% — sustainability is the question.
CE generates stronger free cash flow (10M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CE scores higher overall (47/100 vs 43/100). 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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