Clean Energy Fuels Corp (CLNE)vsHF Sinclair Corp (DINO)
CLNE
Clean Energy Fuels Corp
$1.93
-3.98%
ENERGY · Cap: $425.03M
DINO
HF Sinclair Corp
$71.39
-1.98%
ENERGY · Cap: $12.85B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
HF Sinclair Corp generates 6197% more annual revenue ($27.62B vs $438.63M). DINO leads profitability with a 4.5% profit margin vs -22.7%. DINO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.07. DINO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
CLNE
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
DINO
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+78.9%
Fair Value
$12.46
Current Price
$1.93
$10.53 discount
Margin of Safety
+51.0%
Fair Value
$119.92
Current Price
$71.39
$48.53 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 512.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Earnings expanding 38.9% YoY
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -17.8% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
4.5% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CLNE
The strongest argument for CLNE centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 13.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : DINO
The strongest argument for DINO centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 11.8% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.07 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CLNE
The primary concerns for CLNE are Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : DINO
The primary concerns for DINO are Profit Margin. Thin 4.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CLNE profiles as a turnaround stock while DINO is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CLNE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.83 — expect wider price swings.
CLNE is growing revenue faster at 13.3% — sustainability is the question.
DINO generates stronger free cash flow (355M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DINO scores higher overall (72/100 vs 51/100) and 11.8% revenue growth. CLNE offers better value entry with a 78.9% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Clean Energy Fuels Corp
ENERGY · OIL & GAS REFINING & MARKETING · USA
Clean Energy Fuels Corp. The company is headquartered in Newport Beach, California.
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ENERGY · OIL & GAS REFINING & MARKETING · USA
HF Sinclair Corporation is an independent energy company. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
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