Cleveland-Cliffs Inc (CLF)vsMP Materials Corp (MP)
CLF
Cleveland-Cliffs Inc
$12.06
+1.94%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $7.01B
MP
MP Materials Corp
$50.72
+0.42%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $9.86B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Cleveland-Cliffs Inc generates 4511% more annual revenue ($19.20B vs $416.25M). CLF leads profitability with a -4.6% profit margin vs -14.6%. CLF earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (C-).
CLF
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
MP
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+66.1%
Fair Value
$36.82
Current Price
$12.06
$24.76 discount
Margin of Safety
-22.9%
Fair Value
$44.19
Current Price
$50.72
$6.53 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 119.7% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Operating margin of 0.3%
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -20.9% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of -3.0% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 55.6%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CLF
The strongest argument for CLF centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.43 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MP
The strongest argument for MP centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 119.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CLF
The primary concerns for CLF are Operating Margin, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : MP
The primary concerns for MP are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CLF profiles as a turnaround stock while MP is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CLF carries more volatility with a beta of 2.11 — expect wider price swings.
MP is growing revenue faster at 119.7% — sustainability is the question.
CLF generates stronger free cash flow (73M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CLF scores higher overall (50/100 vs 30/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Cleveland-Cliffs Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · STEEL · USA
Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is an independent iron ore mining company in the United States, Canada and internationally. The company is headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio.
Visit Website →MP Materials Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
MP Materials Corp. The company is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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