Eldorado Gold Corp (EGO)vsVale SA ADR (VALE)
EGO
Eldorado Gold Corp
$31.09
+5.00%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $7.80B
VALE
Vale SA ADR
$16.36
+3.22%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $71.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vale SA ADR generates 11713% more annual revenue ($214.86B vs $1.82B). EGO leads profitability with a 27.9% profit margin vs 7.3%. VALE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.34. EGO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
EGO
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
VALE
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-45.1%
Fair Value
$31.91
Current Price
$31.09
$0.82 premium
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 45.9%
Revenue surging 32.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 134.8% YoY
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
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
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.7% revenue growth
ROE of 6.8% — below average capital efficiency
7.3% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EGO
The strongest argument for EGO centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.9% and operating margin at 45.9%. Revenue growth of 32.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : EGO
The primary concerns for EGO are Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : VALE
The primary concerns for VALE are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EGO profiles as a growth stock while VALE is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
EGO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.43 — expect wider price swings.
EGO is growing revenue faster at 32.5% — sustainability is the question.
VALE generates stronger free cash flow (723M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EGO scores higher overall (75/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 27.9% margins and 32.5% revenue growth. VALE offers better value entry with a 81.5% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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 →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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