Alto Ingredients Inc (ALTO)vsBHP Group Limited (BHP)
ALTO
Alto Ingredients Inc
$3.69
+1.65%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $289.33M
BHP
BHP Group Limited
$84.84
+0.02%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $219.25B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
BHP Group Limited generates 6129% more annual revenue ($58.76B vs $943.33M). BHP leads profitability with a 16.7% profit margin vs 5.5%. ALTO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.80. ALTO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
ALTO
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
BHP
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+78.9%
Fair Value
$13.14
Current Price
$3.69
$9.45 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for BHP.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 37 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 43.3%
18.3% revenue growth
Generating 7.7B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
5.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.5%
Earnings declined 66.2%
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 9.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALTO
The strongest argument for ALTO centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 12.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.80 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : BHP
The strongest argument for BHP centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.7% and operating margin at 43.3%. Revenue growth of 18.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ALTO
The primary concerns for ALTO are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : BHP
The primary concerns for BHP are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALTO profiles as a value stock while BHP is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
BHP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.85 — expect wider price swings.
BHP is growing revenue faster at 18.3% — sustainability is the question.
BHP generates stronger free cash flow (7.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ALTO scores higher overall (61/100 vs 57/100) and 12.5% 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.
Alto Ingredients Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Alto Ingredients, Inc. produces and markets specialty alcohols and essential ingredients in the United States. The company is headquartered in Sacramento, California.
BHP Group Limited
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
BHP Group engages in the natural resources business in Australia, Europe, China, Japan, India, South Korea, the rest of Asia, North America, South America and internationally. The company is headquartered in Melbourne, Australia.
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