Friedman Industries Inc. Common Stock (FRD)vsRio Tinto ADR (RIO)
FRD
Friedman Industries Inc. Common Stock
$33.58
-2.21%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $233.13M
RIO
Rio Tinto ADR
$97.16
+3.74%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $146.61B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Rio Tinto ADR generates 8810% more annual revenue ($57.64B vs $646.91M). RIO leads profitability with a 17.3% profit margin vs 3.0%. FRD trades at a lower P/E of 12.4x. FRD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
FRD
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
RIO
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+31.7%
Fair Value
$30.79
Current Price
$33.58
$2.79 discount
Margin of Safety
+24.3%
Fair Value
$129.61
Current Price
$97.16
$32.45 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 48.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 70.1% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
3.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
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 : FRD
The strongest argument for FRD centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 48.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : FRD
The primary concerns for FRD are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Thin 3.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : RIO
The primary concerns for RIO are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FRD profiles as a hypergrowth stock while RIO is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
FRD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.56 — expect wider price swings.
FRD is growing revenue faster at 48.4% — sustainability is the question.
RIO generates stronger free cash flow (2.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FRD scores higher overall (60/100 vs 54/100) and 48.4% revenue growth. RIO offers better value entry with a 24.3% 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.
Friedman Industries Inc. Common Stock
BASIC MATERIALS · STEEL · USA
Friedman Industries, Incorporated is engaged in the steel processing, pipe fabrication and processing, and steel and pipe distribution businesses in the United States. The company is headquartered in Longview, Texas.
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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