Delek Logistics Partners LP (DKL)vsValero Energy Corporation (VLO)
DKL
Delek Logistics Partners LP
$52.05
-0.54%
ENERGY · Cap: $2.82B
VLO
Valero Energy Corporation
$258.87
-4.44%
ENERGY · Cap: $76.69B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Valero Energy Corporation generates 11008% more annual revenue ($117.84B vs $1.06B). DKL leads profitability with a 16.0% profit margin vs 3.6%. DKL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.77. VLO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
DKL
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
VLO
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-20.9%
Fair Value
$45.16
Current Price
$52.05
$6.89 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for VLO.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 44 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
19.0% revenue growth
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
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 17.6%
3.6% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DKL
The strongest argument for DKL centers on Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.0% and operating margin at 13.5%. Revenue growth of 19.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : VLO
The strongest argument for VLO centers on EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap.
Bear Case : DKL
The primary concerns for DKL are Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
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
DKL profiles as a growth stock while VLO is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
VLO carries more volatility with a beta of 0.57 — expect wider price swings.
DKL is growing revenue faster at 19.0% — 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 56/100). 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.
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.
Valero Energy Corporation
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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