Delek Logistics Partners LP (DKL)vsMarathon Petroleum Corp (MPC)
DKL
Delek Logistics Partners LP
$56.90
-0.18%
ENERGY · Cap: $3.27B
MPC
Marathon Petroleum Corp
$395.93
+0.89%
ENERGY · Cap: $111.19B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Marathon Petroleum Corp generates 12753% more annual revenue ($154.15B vs $1.20B). DKL leads profitability with a 12.9% profit margin vs 5.5%. DKL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.77. MPC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
DKL
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
MPC
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-16.2%
Fair Value
$46.97
Current Price
$56.90
$9.93 premium
Margin of Safety
-6.5%
Fair Value
$195.86
Current Price
$395.93
$200.07 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 44 in profit
Revenue surging 56.2% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 45 in profit
Revenue surging 53.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 348.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 9.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 34.9%
Expensive relative to growth rate
5.5% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DKL
The strongest argument for DKL centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 56.2% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.77 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MPC
The strongest argument for MPC centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 53.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : DKL
The primary concerns for DKL are Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : MPC
The primary concerns for MPC are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.80 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DKL profiles as a growth stock while MPC is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MPC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.53 — expect wider price swings.
DKL is growing revenue faster at 56.2% — sustainability is the question.
MPC generates stronger free cash flow (9.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MPC scores higher overall (73/100 vs 60/100) and 53.7% revenue growth. 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.
Delek Logistics Partners LP
ENERGY · OIL & GAS REFINING & MARKETING · USA
Delek Logistics Partners, LP owns and operates logistics and marketing assets for crude oil and refined and intermediate products in the United States. The company is headquartered in Brentwood, Tennessee.
Marathon Petroleum Corp
ENERGY · OIL & GAS REFINING & MARKETING · USA
Marathon Petroleum Corporation is an American petroleum refining, marketing, and transportation company headquartered in Findlay, Ohio.
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