Icahn Enterprises LP (IEP)vsPBF Energy Inc (PBF)
IEP
Icahn Enterprises LP
$5.19
-1.14%
ENERGY · Cap: $3.73B
PBF
PBF Energy Inc
$78.00
+3.26%
ENERGY · Cap: $8.95B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PBF Energy Inc generates 231% more annual revenue ($34.37B vs $10.39B). PBF leads profitability with a 3.9% profit margin vs -5.0%. IEP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.15. PBF earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
IEP
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
PBF
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
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
+4.3%
Fair Value
$37.37
Current Price
$78.00
$40.63 discount
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Revenue surging 56.2% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.5B 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
3.9% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 69.9%
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 : PBF
The strongest argument for PBF centers on P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 56.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : PBF
The primary concerns for PBF are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Thin 3.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IEP profiles as a growth stock while PBF is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
IEP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.70 — expect wider price swings.
PBF is growing revenue faster at 56.2% — sustainability is the question.
PBF generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PBF scores higher overall (62/100 vs 56/100) and 56.2% revenue growth. IEP offers better value entry with a 36.6% margin of safety. 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.
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.
PBF Energy Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS REFINING & MARKETING · USA
PBF Energy Inc., is dedicated to refining and supplying petroleum products. The company is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey.
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