Icahn Enterprises LP (IEP)vsMarathon Petroleum Corp (MPC)
IEP
Icahn Enterprises LP
$5.19
-1.14%
ENERGY · Cap: $3.73B
MPC
Marathon Petroleum Corp
$444.73
+2.83%
ENERGY · Cap: $124.89B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Marathon Petroleum Corp generates 1384% more annual revenue ($154.15B vs $10.39B). MPC leads profitability with a 5.5% profit margin vs -5.0%. MPC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.03. MPC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B+).
IEP
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
MPC
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+36.6%
Fair Value
$12.99
Current Price
$5.19
$7.80 discount
Margin of Safety
-4.9%
Fair Value
$198.83
Current Price
$444.73
$245.90 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 960.0% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 25.7% year-over-year
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
ROE of -16.6% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
Operating margin of -8.6%
Elevated debt levels
5.5% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : IEP
The strongest argument for IEP centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 25.7% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.15 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. PEG of 1.03 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : IEP
The primary concerns for IEP are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Debt-to-equity of 4.32 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : MPC
The primary concerns for MPC are Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.80 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IEP profiles as a growth stock while MPC is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
IEP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.70 — expect wider price swings.
MPC is growing revenue faster at 53.7% — sustainability is the question.
MPC generates stronger free cash flow (9.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MPC scores higher overall (75/100 vs 56/100) and 53.7% revenue growth. IEP offers better value entry with a 36.6% margin of safety. 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.
Icahn Enterprises LP
ENERGY · OIL & GAS REFINING & MARKETING · USA
Icahn Enterprises LP, operates in investment, energy, automotive, food packaging, metals, real estate, home fashion and pharmaceutical businesses in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Sunny Isles Beach, Florida.
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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