BHP Group Limited (BHP)vsGold Fields Ltd ADR (GFI)
BHP
BHP Group Limited
$82.72
-6.83%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $230.71B
GFI
Gold Fields Ltd ADR
$39.13
+8.49%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $32.65B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
BHP Group Limited generates 517% more annual revenue ($53.99B vs $8.75B). GFI leads profitability with a 40.8% profit margin vs 19.0%. BHP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 5.95. GFI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
BHP
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
GFI
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 43 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 40.7%
Earnings expanding 27.5% YoY
Generating 4.3B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 57 in profit
Keeps 41 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 51.8%
Revenue surging 71.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 196.1% YoY
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 8.3x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BHP
The strongest argument for BHP centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.0% and operating margin at 40.7%. Revenue growth of 10.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : GFI
The strongest argument for GFI centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 40.8% and operating margin at 51.8%. Revenue growth of 71.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BHP
The primary concerns for BHP are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : GFI
The primary concerns for GFI are Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BHP profiles as a mature stock while GFI is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
BHP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.82 — expect wider price swings.
GFI is growing revenue faster at 71.4% — sustainability is the question.
BHP generates stronger free cash flow (4.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GFI scores higher overall (74/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 40.8% margins and 71.4% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
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.
Gold Fields Ltd ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Gold Fields Limited is a gold producer with reserves and resources in Chile, South Africa, Ghana, West Africa, Australia and Peru. The company is headquartered in Sandton, South Africa.
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