Dow Inc (DOW)vsGreen Plains Renewable Energy Inc (GPRE)
DOW
Dow Inc
$39.62
+3.42%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $27.57B
GPRE
Green Plains Renewable Energy Inc
$16.19
-0.67%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.08B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Dow Inc generates 1811% more annual revenue ($39.97B vs $2.09B). GPRE leads profitability with a -5.8% profit margin vs -6.6%. GPRE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.16. GPRE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 42/100 (D).
DOW
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
GPRE
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -13.8% — below average capital efficiency
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -14.7% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 26.6%
Earnings declined 75.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DOW
The strongest argument for DOW centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : GPRE
The strongest argument for GPRE centers on Price/Book. PEG of 1.16 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : DOW
The primary concerns for DOW are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : GPRE
The primary concerns for GPRE are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GPRE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.47 — expect wider price swings.
DOW is growing revenue faster at -9.1% — sustainability is the question.
GPRE generates stronger free cash flow (53M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
GPRE scores higher overall (42/100 vs 39/100). Both earn "Hold" 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.
Dow Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · CHEMICALS · USA
Dow Inc. is an American commodity chemical company. The company is headquartered in Midland, Michigan.
Visit Website →Green Plains Renewable Energy Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · CHEMICALS · USA
Green Plains Inc. produces, markets, and distributes ethanol in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska.
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