Calumet Specialty Products Partners (CLMT)vsVale SA ADR (VALE)
CLMT
Calumet Specialty Products Partners
$32.53
+6.62%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.83B
VALE
Vale SA ADR
$16.36
+3.22%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $71.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vale SA ADR generates 5094% more annual revenue ($214.86B vs $4.14B). VALE leads profitability with a 7.3% profit margin vs -0.8%. VALE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.34. VALE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
CLMT
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
VALE
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+79.0%
Fair Value
$122.63
Current Price
$32.53
$90.10 discount
Margin of Safety
+81.5%
Fair Value
$94.06
Current Price
$16.36
$77.70 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 562.0% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Growing faster than its price suggests
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 28.1%
Earnings expanding 22.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
ROE of -1172.0% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
Operating margin of -3.3%
2.7% revenue growth
ROE of 6.8% — below average capital efficiency
7.3% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CLMT
The strongest argument for CLMT centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.65 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 0.34 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CLMT
The primary concerns for CLMT are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : VALE
The primary concerns for VALE are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CLMT profiles as a turnaround stock while VALE is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
VALE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.89 — expect wider price swings.
CLMT is growing revenue faster at 9.4% — sustainability is the question.
VALE generates stronger free cash flow (723M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VALE scores higher overall (67/100 vs 50/100). CLMT offers better value entry with a 79.0% margin of safety. 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.
Calumet Specialty Products Partners
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Calumet Specialty Products Partners, LP produces and sells specialty hydrocarbon products in North America and internationally. The company is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana.
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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