Celanese Corporation (CE)vsREX American Resources Corporation (REX)
CE
Celanese Corporation
$51.03
-5.45%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $5.86B
REX
REX American Resources Corporation
$44.92
-2.35%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.54B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Celanese Corporation generates 1347% more annual revenue ($9.49B vs $656.20M). REX leads profitability with a 14.1% profit margin vs -11.6%. REX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.74. REX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
CE
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
REX
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+29.1%
Fair Value
$85.47
Current Price
$51.03
$34.44 discount
Margin of Safety
+24.3%
Fair Value
$47.11
Current Price
$44.92
$2.19 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 28.2% YoY
Earnings expanding 118.5% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -26.9% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 2.2%
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.6% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CE
The strongest argument for CE centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : REX
The strongest argument for REX centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
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.
Bear Case : REX
The primary concerns for REX are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CE profiles as a turnaround stock while REX is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.74 — expect wider price swings.
REX is growing revenue faster at 3.6% — sustainability is the question.
CE generates stronger free cash flow (10M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
REX scores higher overall (61/100 vs 47/100). 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.
REX American Resources Corporation
BASIC MATERIALS · CHEMICALS · USA
REX American Resources Corporation, produces and sells ethanol in the United States. The company is headquartered in Dayton, Ohio.
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