Element Solutions Inc (ESI)vsVale SA ADR (VALE)
ESI
Element Solutions Inc
$33.42
+5.30%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $8.14B
VALE
Vale SA ADR
$14.19
+0.28%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $61.58B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vale SA ADR generates 6822% more annual revenue ($218.07B vs $3.15B). ESI leads profitability with a 5.7% profit margin vs 4.8%. VALE trades at a lower P/E of 28.4x. ESI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
ESI
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
VALE
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-19.6%
Fair Value
$29.43
Current Price
$33.42
$3.99 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
Revenue surging 56.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 61.9% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
ROE of 5.4% — below average capital efficiency
5.7% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Moderate valuation
ROE of 5.3% — below average capital efficiency
4.8% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ESI
The strongest argument for ESI centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 56.4% 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 : ESI
The primary concerns for ESI are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 45.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
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
ESI profiles as a hypergrowth stock while VALE is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ESI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.26 — expect wider price swings.
ESI is growing revenue faster at 56.4% — sustainability is the question.
VALE generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ESI scores higher overall (59/100 vs 57/100) and 56.4% revenue growth. VALE offers better value entry with a 76.7% 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.
Element Solutions Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Element Solutions Inc produces and sells specialty chemicals in the United States, China, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
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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