Green Plains Renewable Energy Inc (GPRE)vsMethanex Corporation (MEOH)
GPRE
Green Plains Renewable Energy Inc
$14.90
-2.87%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.03B
MEOH
Methanex Corporation
$62.90
+0.29%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $4.82B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Methanex Corporation generates 120% more annual revenue ($4.27B vs $1.94B). MEOH leads profitability with a 2.1% profit margin vs -0.8%. MEOH appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.20. MEOH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
GPRE
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
MEOH
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+54.5%
Fair Value
$34.08
Current Price
$14.90
$19.18 discount
Margin of Safety
+8.6%
Fair Value
$53.89
Current Price
$62.90
$9.01 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 37.1%
Revenue surging 75.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 164.7% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -2.0% — below average capital efficiency
ROE of 0.6% — below average capital efficiency
2.1% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GPRE
The strongest argument for GPRE centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 1.16 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MEOH
The strongest argument for MEOH centers on PEG Ratio, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 75.2% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.20 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : GPRE
The primary concerns for GPRE are Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : MEOH
The primary concerns for MEOH are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. A P/E of 70.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GPRE profiles as a turnaround stock while MEOH is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
GPRE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.18 — expect wider price swings.
MEOH is growing revenue faster at 75.2% — sustainability is the question.
MEOH generates stronger free cash flow (351M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MEOH scores higher overall (78/100 vs 46/100) and 75.2% revenue growth. GPRE offers better value entry with a 54.5% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.
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.
Methanex Corporation
BASIC MATERIALS · CHEMICALS · USA
Methanex Corporation produces and supplies methanol in North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, and South America. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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