Clean Energy Fuels Corp (CLNE)vsPBF Energy Inc (PBF)
CLNE
Clean Energy Fuels Corp
$1.93
+2.12%
ENERGY · Cap: $447.06M
PBF
PBF Energy Inc
$73.10
+15.39%
ENERGY · Cap: $7.55B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PBF Energy Inc generates 6778% more annual revenue ($30.17B vs $438.63M). PBF leads profitability with a 1.5% profit margin vs -22.7%. PBF appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.51. PBF earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (C-).
CLNE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
PBF
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+78.6%
Fair Value
$12.30
Current Price
$1.93
$10.37 discount
Margin of Safety
-11.7%
Fair Value
$32.03
Current Price
$73.10
$41.07 premium
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
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
1.5% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 69.9%
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 : PBF
The strongest argument for PBF centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 11.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CLNE
The primary concerns for CLNE are Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : PBF
The primary concerns for PBF are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Thin 1.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CLNE profiles as a turnaround stock while PBF is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CLNE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.82 — expect wider price swings.
CLNE is growing revenue faster at 13.3% — sustainability is the question.
CLNE generates stronger free cash flow (-15M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PBF scores higher overall (50/100 vs 49/100) and 11.9% revenue growth. CLNE offers better value entry with a 78.6% 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.
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
PBF Energy Inc., is dedicated to refining and supplying petroleum products. The company is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey.
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