Celanese Corporation (CE)vsOlin Corporation (OLN)
CE
Celanese Corporation
$56.07
-1.55%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $6.37B
OLN
Olin Corporation
$23.77
-7.15%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.70B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Celanese Corporation generates 41% more annual revenue ($9.54B vs $6.78B). CE leads profitability with a -12.2% profit margin vs -148.0%. CE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 4.42. CE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 47/100 (D+).
CE
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
OLN
Hold37
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 28.2% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -22.5% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 6.5%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -5.2% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 40.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CE
The strongest argument for CE centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : OLN
The strongest argument for OLN centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : CE
The primary concerns for CE are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : OLN
The primary concerns for OLN are Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
OLN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.51 — expect wider price swings.
CE is growing revenue faster at -6.5% — sustainability is the question.
OLN generates stronger free cash flow (258M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CE scores higher overall (47/100 vs 37/100). 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.
Celanese Corporation
BASIC MATERIALS · CHEMICALS · USA
Celanese Corporation is a Fortune 500 global technology and specialty materials company headquartered in Irving, Texas, United States.
Olin Corporation
BASIC MATERIALS · CHEMICALS · USA
Olin Corporation manufactures and distributes chemical products in the United States, Europe, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Clayton, Missouri.
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