Sunoco LP (SUN)vsUltrapar Participacoes SA ADR (UGP)
SUN
Sunoco LP
$64.73
-3.76%
ENERGY · Cap: $12.25B
UGP
Ultrapar Participacoes SA ADR
$4.91
-3.73%
ENERGY · Cap: $5.40B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ultrapar Participacoes SA ADR generates 465% more annual revenue ($142.37B vs $25.20B). SUN leads profitability with a 2.1% profit margin vs 1.7%. UGP trades at a lower P/E of 11.5x. UGP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
SUN
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
UGP
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-285.6%
Fair Value
$15.50
Current Price
$64.73
$49.23 premium
Margin of Safety
-75.6%
Fair Value
$2.99
Current Price
$4.91
$1.92 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 63.2% year-over-year
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
2.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 2.7%
Weak financial health signals
1.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.1%
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 59.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SUN
The strongest argument for SUN centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 63.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : UGP
The strongest argument for UGP centers on P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.78 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : SUN
The primary concerns for SUN are P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 2.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : UGP
The primary concerns for UGP are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Thin 1.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SUN profiles as a hypergrowth stock while UGP is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
UGP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.59 — expect wider price swings.
SUN is growing revenue faster at 63.2% — sustainability is the question.
UGP generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UGP scores higher overall (53/100 vs 50/100). Both earn "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.
Sunoco LP
ENERGY · OIL & GAS REFINING & MARKETING · USA
Sunoco LP, distributes and sells motor fuels in the United States. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
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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