Compania de Minas Buenaventura SAA ADR (BVN)vsRio Tinto ADR (RIO)
BVN
Compania de Minas Buenaventura SAA ADR
$33.53
+3.30%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $8.52B
RIO
Rio Tinto ADR
$86.64
+0.99%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $140.85B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Rio Tinto ADR generates 3229% more annual revenue ($57.64B vs $1.73B). BVN leads profitability with a 45.2% profit margin vs 17.3%. BVN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.11. BVN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 81/100 (A-).
BVN
Exceptional Buy81
out of 100
Grade: A-
RIO
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+73.8%
Fair Value
$154.44
Current Price
$33.53
$120.91 discount
Margin of Safety
-137.3%
Fair Value
$41.34
Current Price
$86.64
$45.30 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 45 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 47.8%
Revenue surging 108.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 1041.0% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 25.3%
Generating 2.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 5.6%
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 45.2% and operating margin at 47.8%. Revenue growth of 108.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : RIO
The strongest argument for RIO centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.3% and operating margin at 25.3%. Revenue growth of 14.6% 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 PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BVN profiles as a growth stock while RIO is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
RIO carries more volatility with a beta of 0.65 — expect wider price swings.
BVN is growing revenue faster at 108.1% — sustainability is the question.
RIO generates stronger free cash flow (2.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BVN scores higher overall (81/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 45.2% margins and 108.1% revenue growth. 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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