Corteva Inc (CTVA)vsRio Tinto ADR (RIO)
CTVA
Corteva Inc
$77.46
+1.71%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $51.88B
RIO
Rio Tinto ADR
$100.69
-4.47%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $168.54B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Rio Tinto ADR generates 222% more annual revenue ($57.64B vs $17.89B). RIO leads profitability with a 17.3% profit margin vs 6.5%. CTVA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.31. CTVA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
CTVA
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
RIO
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-68.0%
Fair Value
$44.32
Current Price
$77.46
$33.14 premium
Margin of Safety
+24.5%
Fair Value
$130.00
Current Price
$100.69
$29.31 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 23.7%
Every $100 of equity generates 35 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
ROE of 4.8% — below average capital efficiency
6.5% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 5.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CTVA
The strongest argument for CTVA centers on Market Cap, Debt/Equity, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 11.0% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.31 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : RIO
The strongest argument for RIO centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.3% and operating margin at 25.3%. Revenue growth of 14.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CTVA
The primary concerns for CTVA are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 41.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : RIO
The primary concerns for RIO are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CTVA profiles as a value 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.
RIO is growing revenue faster at 14.6% — sustainability is the question.
RIO generates stronger free cash flow (2.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CTVA scores higher overall (64/100 vs 54/100) and 11.0% revenue growth. RIO offers better value entry with a 24.5% 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.
Corteva Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · AGRICULTURAL INPUTS · USA
Corteva, Inc. (also known as Corteva Agriscience) is a major American agricultural chemical and seed company that was the agricultural unit of DowDuPont prior to being spun off as an independent public company.
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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