Marathon Petroleum Corp (MPC)vsUltrapar Participacoes SA ADR (UGP)
MPC
Marathon Petroleum Corp
$424.89
+0.69%
ENERGY · Cap: $111.19B
UGP
Ultrapar Participacoes SA ADR
$7.58
0.00%
ENERGY · Cap: $7.92B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Marathon Petroleum Corp generates 1% more annual revenue ($154.15B vs $153.26B). MPC leads profitability with a 5.5% profit margin vs 2.3%. UGP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.78. MPC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
MPC
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
UGP
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-6.2%
Fair Value
$196.50
Current Price
$424.89
$228.39 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for UGP.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 91 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 21.9% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
5.5% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
2.3% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MPC
The strongest argument for MPC centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 53.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : UGP
The strongest argument for UGP centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 21.9% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.78 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : MPC
The primary concerns for MPC are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.80 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : UGP
The primary concerns for UGP are Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Thin 2.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MPC profiles as a hypergrowth stock while UGP is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MPC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.53 — 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 (73/100 vs 66/100) and 53.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
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.
Visit Website →Ultrapar Participacoes SA ADR
ENERGY · OIL & GAS REFINING & MARKETING · USA
Ultrapar Participaes SA is engaged in the gas distribution, fuel distribution, chemical products, storage and pharmacy businesses mainly in Brazil, Mexico, Uruguay, Venezuela, other Latin American countries, the United States, Canada, the Far East, Europe and internationally. The company is headquartered in So Paulo, Brazil.
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