Celanese Corporation (CE)vsDow Inc (DOW)
CE
Celanese Corporation
$49.30
+2.09%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $5.30B
DOW
Dow Inc
$34.70
+3.21%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $24.71B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Dow Inc generates 339% more annual revenue ($42.61B vs $9.71B). DOW leads profitability with a -2.1% profit margin vs -12.0%. DOW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.54. DOW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
CE
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
DOW
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+29.1%
Fair Value
$85.41
Current Price
$49.30
$36.11 discount
Margin of Safety
-15.1%
Fair Value
$29.54
Current Price
$34.70
$5.16 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 675.0% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -26.9% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 37.1%
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -3.3% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Currently unprofitable
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CE
The strongest argument for CE centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : DOW
The strongest argument for DOW centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 13.0% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.54 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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.
Bear Case : DOW
The primary concerns for DOW are Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.76 — expect wider price swings.
DOW is growing revenue faster at 13.0% — sustainability is the question.
DOW generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
DOW scores higher overall (65/100 vs 45/100) and 13.0% revenue growth. CE offers better value entry with a 29.1% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" 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.
Celanese Corporation
BASIC MATERIALS · CHEMICALS · USA
Celanese Corporation is a Fortune 500 global technology and specialty materials company headquartered in Irving, Texas, United States.
Dow Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · CHEMICALS · USA
Dow Inc. is an American commodity chemical company. The company is headquartered in Midland, Michigan.
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