Clean Energy Fuels Corp (CLNE)vsValero Energy Corporation (VLO)
CLNE
Clean Energy Fuels Corp
$1.93
-3.98%
ENERGY · Cap: $425.03M
VLO
Valero Energy Corporation
$258.87
-4.45%
ENERGY · Cap: $76.69B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Valero Energy Corporation generates 26766% more annual revenue ($117.84B vs $438.63M). VLO leads profitability with a 3.6% profit margin vs -22.7%. VLO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 4.08. VLO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
CLNE
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
VLO
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+78.9%
Fair Value
$12.46
Current Price
$1.93
$10.53 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for VLO.
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
Earnings expanding 317.9% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.2B in free cash flow
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
3.6% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : VLO
The strongest argument for VLO centers on EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap.
Bear Case : CLNE
The primary concerns for CLNE are Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : VLO
The primary concerns for VLO are Profit Margin, PEG Ratio. Thin 3.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CLNE profiles as a turnaround stock while VLO 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.
VLO generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VLO scores higher overall (59/100 vs 51/100). CLNE offers better value entry with a 78.9% margin of safety. Both earn "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
Valero Energy Corporation is a Fortune 500 international manufacturer and marketer of transportation fuels, other petrochemical products, and power. It is headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, United States.
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