Compania de Minas Buenaventura SAA ADR (BVN)vsRio Tinto ADR (RIO)
BVN
Compania de Minas Buenaventura SAA ADR
$35.12
-3.25%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $8.63B
RIO
Rio Tinto ADR
$103.30
-1.41%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $173.71B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Rio Tinto ADR generates 2699% more annual revenue ($61.79B vs $2.21B). BVN leads profitability with a 48.2% profit margin vs 19.6%. BVN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.11. BVN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 82/100 (A-).
BVN
Exceptional Buy82
out of 100
Grade: A-
RIO
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+21.2%
Fair Value
$51.36
Current Price
$35.12
$16.24 discount
Margin of Safety
+29.3%
Fair Value
$138.69
Current Price
$103.30
$35.39 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 48 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 41.8%
Revenue surging 43.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 160.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 34 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 28.1%
15.5% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BVN
The strongest argument for BVN centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 48.2% and operating margin at 41.8%. Revenue growth of 43.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : RIO
The strongest argument for RIO centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.6% and operating margin at 28.1%. Revenue growth of 15.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BVN
No major red flags identified for BVN, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : RIO
The primary concerns for RIO are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
RIO carries more volatility with a beta of 0.66 — expect wider price swings.
BVN is growing revenue faster at 43.2% — sustainability is the question.
RIO generates stronger free cash flow (3.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
BVN scores higher overall (82/100 vs 64/100), backed by strong 48.2% margins and 43.2% revenue growth. RIO offers better value entry with a 29.3% margin of safety. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
Compania de Minas Buenaventura SAA ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER PRECIOUS METALS & MINING · USA
Compaa de Minas Buenaventura SAA, a precious metals company, is dedicated to the exploration, extraction, concentration, smelting and commercialization of minerals and polymetallic metals in Peru, the United States, Europe and Asia. The company is headquartered in Lima, Peru.
Visit Website →Rio Tinto ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
Rio Tinto Group is dedicated to the exploration, extraction and processing of mineral resources worldwide. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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