Ero Copper Corp (ERO)vsVale SA ADR (VALE)
ERO
Ero Copper Corp
$37.29
+7.46%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $3.62B
VALE
Vale SA ADR
$14.19
+0.28%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $61.58B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vale SA ADR generates 20773% more annual revenue ($218.07B vs $1.04B). ERO leads profitability with a 29.8% profit margin vs 4.8%. ERO trades at a lower P/E of 11.8x. ERO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
ERO
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
VALE
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-4.8%
Fair Value
$30.07
Current Price
$37.29
$7.22 premium
Margin of Safety
+76.7%
Fair Value
$74.64
Current Price
$14.19
$60.45 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 33 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 37.6%
Revenue surging 73.9% year-over-year
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 25.0% YoY
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
No major concerns identified
Moderate valuation
ROE of 5.3% — below average capital efficiency
4.8% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ERO
The strongest argument for ERO centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.8% and operating margin at 37.6%. Revenue growth of 73.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : VALE
The strongest argument for VALE centers on PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Price/Book. PEG of 0.31 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ERO
No major red flags identified for ERO, but monitor valuation.
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
ERO profiles as a growth stock while VALE is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ERO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.67 — expect wider price swings.
ERO is growing revenue faster at 73.9% — sustainability is the question.
VALE generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ERO scores higher overall (76/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 29.8% margins and 73.9% revenue growth. VALE offers better value entry with a 76.7% 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.
Ero Copper Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · COPPER · USA
Ero Copper Corp. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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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