Eldorado Gold Corp (EGO)vsRio Tinto ADR (RIO)
EGO
Eldorado Gold Corp
$43.75
+2.24%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $11.44B
RIO
Rio Tinto ADR
$99.96
+0.57%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $167.95B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Rio Tinto ADR generates 2941% more annual revenue ($61.79B vs $2.03B). EGO leads profitability with a 29.8% profit margin vs 19.6%. RIO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 5.69. RIO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
EGO
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
RIO
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-36.1%
Fair Value
$32.76
Current Price
$43.75
$10.99 premium
Margin of Safety
+29.2%
Fair Value
$138.61
Current Price
$99.96
$38.65 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 43.3%
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 34 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 28.1%
15.5% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
2.2% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EGO
The strongest argument for EGO centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.8% and operating margin at 43.3%.
Bull Case : RIO
The strongest argument for RIO centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.6% and operating margin at 28.1%. Revenue growth of 15.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : EGO
The primary concerns for EGO are EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : RIO
The primary concerns for RIO are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EGO profiles as a mature stock while RIO is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
EGO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.51 — expect wider price swings.
RIO is growing revenue faster at 15.5% — sustainability is the question.
RIO generates stronger free cash flow (3.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
RIO scores higher overall (64/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 19.6% margins and 15.5% revenue growth. 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.
Eldorado Gold Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
discovery, acquisition, financing, development, production, sale and recovery of mineral products, mainly in Turkey, Canada, Greece, Brazil and Romania. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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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