Celanese [CE] vs Methanex [MEOH] Detailed Stock Comparison
Celanese
NYSE
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Methanex
NASDAQ
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 20 vital metrics comparison: Celanese wins in 6 metrics, Methanex wins in 14 metrics, with 0 ties. Methanex appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Celanese | Methanex | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 6.78 | 9.53 | Celanese |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 1.02 | 0.98 | Methanex |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 234.12 | 128.81 | Methanex |
| PEG Ratio | 5.05 | 8.66 | Celanese |
| EV/EBITDA | 10.25 | 7.09 | Methanex |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | -16.54% | 7.04% | Methanex |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 7.41% | 16.69% | Methanex |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 7.41% | 16.69% | Methanex |
| Return on Equity | -24.98% | 12.88% | Methanex |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 2.66% | 5.46% | Methanex |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $531.00M | $563.11M | Methanex |
| Dividend Yield | 2.63% | 2.67% | Methanex |
| 1-Year Return | -63.09% | -22.96% | Methanex |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 0.53 | 0.72 | Celanese |
| Enterprise Value | $17.94B | $6.13B | Celanese |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 1.78 | 1.71 | Methanex |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 19.92% | 27.07% | Methanex |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $92 | $53 | Celanese |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $-15.12 | $3.48 | Methanex |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 1.14 | 1.22 | Celanese |
Performance
Key Stats
Valuation
Financials
Short Interest
Dividends
Celanese vs Methanex Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Celanese | -7.05% | -17.29% | -16.48% | 6.94% | -29.40% | -29.04% |
| Methanex | -0.87% | -3.27% | -1.89% | 2.41% | -36.35% | -33.10% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Celanese | -63.09% | -56.20% | -51.92% | -25.27% | 66.90% | 163.29% |
| Methanex | -22.96% | -7.32% | 69.39% | -26.89% | 41.73% | 110.74% |
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Celanese vs Methanex
| Metric | CE | MEOH |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $5.31B | $2.56B |
| Market Cap Category | Mid cap | Mid cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 1,830,360 | 610,520 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 1,712,727 | 681,973 |
| Last Close | $48.55 | $33.15 |
| 52 Week Range | $36.29 - $144.59 | $25.46 - $54.49 |
| % from 52W High | -66.42% | -39.16% |
| All-Time High | $176.50 (Jan 03, 2022) | $83.23 (Oct 01, 2018) |
| % from All-Time High | -72.49% | -60.17% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | -0.09% | -0.14% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | -0.09% | 0.83% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | -0.17% | 0.07% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.07% | 0.17% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | -0.25% | 0.13% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 234.12 | 128.81 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $47.40 | $33.94 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $8.69 | $6.28 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $902.00M | $1.08B |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $520.50M | $299.90M |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 2.63% | 2.67% |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $1.43 | $0.90 |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Celanese vs Methanex
| Metric | CE | MEOH |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 6.78 | 9.53 |
| Forward P/E | 5.05 | 8.66 |
| PEG Ratio | 5.05 | 8.66 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 0.53 | 0.72 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 1.02 | 0.98 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $5.31B | $2.56B |
| Enterprise Value | $17.94B | $6.13B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 1.78 | 1.71 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 10.25 | 7.09 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 1.14 | 1.22 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $47.40 | $33.94 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Celanese vs Methanex
Financial Metrics
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Revenue
EBITDA
Operating Margin
Free Cash Flow
Long Term Debt
Profit Margin
Current Ratio
Operating Cash Flow
Income Statement (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | CE | MEOH |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $2.39B | $896.47M |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $1.91B | $580.65M |
| Gross Profit | $476.00M | $315.83M |
| Research & Development | $31.00M | N/A |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $175.00M | $209.72M |
| EBITDA | $364.00M | $316.29M |
| Pre-Tax Income | $-3.00M | $167.65M |
| Income Tax | $9.00M | $36.06M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $-17.00M | $131.59M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | CE | MEOH |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $951.00M | $1.09B |
| Total Current Assets | $5.42B | $2.01B |
| Total Current Liabilities | $2.80B | $635.95M |
| Long-Term Debt | $12.66B | $3.09B |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $5.62B | $2.54B |
| Retained Earnings | $11.08B | $1.73B |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | $10.39B | $582.66M |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | CE | MEOH |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $26.00M | $278.44M |
| Capital Expenditures | N/A | $-47.31M |
| Free Cash Flow | $-65.00M | $267.89M |
| Debt Repayment | $-3.16B | $-37.57M |
| Common Stock Repurchase | N/A | N/A |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | CE | MEOH |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 6.40M | 1.12M |
| Short Ratio | 3.92 | 1.43 |
| Short % of Float | 0.08% | N/A |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 1,830,360 | 610,520 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 1,712,727 | 681,973 |
| Shares Outstanding | 109.33M | 67.40M |
| Float Shares | 108.80M | 66.87M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.00% | 0.13% |
| % Held by Institutions | 1.03% | 0.72% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Celanese vs Methanex
| Metric | CE | MEOH |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $1.43 | $0.90 |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 2.63% | 2.67% |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | $2.34 | $0.77 |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | 0.53% | 0.45% |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | $7.01 | $2.31 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Feb 25, 2025 | Sep 16, 2025 |