PBF Energy Inc (PBF)vsStar Gas Partners LP (SGU)
PBF
PBF Energy Inc
$71.90
+2.03%
ENERGY · Cap: $8.59B
SGU
Star Gas Partners LP
$12.77
-0.16%
ENERGY · Cap: $422.61M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PBF Energy Inc generates 1698% more annual revenue ($34.37B vs $1.91B). SGU leads profitability with a 4.5% profit margin vs 3.9%. SGU trades at a lower P/E of 5.7x. PBF earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
PBF
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
SGU
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+3.1%
Fair Value
$36.92
Current Price
$71.90
$34.98 discount
Margin of Safety
-60.5%
Fair Value
$8.00
Current Price
$12.77
$4.77 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 56.2% year-over-year
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
17.2% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 32.1% YoY
Areas to Watch
3.9% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 69.9%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
4.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of -10.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PBF
The strongest argument for PBF centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 56.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SGU
The strongest argument for SGU centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 17.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
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.
Bear Case : SGU
The primary concerns for SGU are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 4.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PBF profiles as a hypergrowth stock while SGU is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SGU carries more volatility with a beta of 0.33 — 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 58/100) and 56.2% revenue growth. 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.
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.
Star Gas Partners LP
ENERGY · OIL & GAS REFINING & MARKETING · USA
Star Group, LP sells home heating and air conditioning products and services to residential and commercial heating oil and propane customers in the United States. The company is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut.
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