Cleveland-Cliffs Inc (CLF)vsVale SA ADR (VALE)
CLF
Cleveland-Cliffs Inc
$12.06
+1.94%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $7.01B
VALE
Vale SA ADR
$15.23
-0.33%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $64.99B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vale SA ADR generates 1036% more annual revenue ($218.07B vs $19.20B). VALE leads profitability with a 4.8% profit margin vs -4.6%. VALE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.33. VALE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
CLF
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
VALE
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
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
+76.8%
Fair Value
$74.92
Current Price
$15.23
$59.69 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 22.0%
Generating 1.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Operating margin of 0.3%
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -20.9% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 5.3% — below average capital efficiency
4.8% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
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 : VALE
The strongest argument for VALE centers on PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Price/Book. PEG of 0.33 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CLF
The primary concerns for CLF are Operating Margin, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : VALE
The primary concerns for VALE are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 4.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CLF profiles as a turnaround stock while VALE is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CLF carries more volatility with a beta of 2.11 — expect wider price swings.
VALE is growing revenue faster at 6.4% — sustainability is the question.
VALE generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VALE scores higher overall (57/100 vs 50/100). CLF offers better value entry with a 66.1% margin of safety. 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.
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 →Vale SA ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
Vale SA produces and sells iron ore and iron ore pellets for use as raw material in steelmaking in Brazil and internationally. The company is headquartered in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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