Gold Fields Ltd ADR (GFI)vsMP Materials Corp (MP)
GFI
Gold Fields Ltd ADR
$43.09
-4.46%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $42.23B
MP
MP Materials Corp
$50.72
+0.42%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $9.86B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Gold Fields Ltd ADR generates 2632% more annual revenue ($11.37B vs $416.25M). GFI leads profitability with a 38.7% profit margin vs -14.6%. GFI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
GFI
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
MP
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for GFI.
Margin of Safety
-22.9%
Fair Value
$44.19
Current Price
$50.72
$6.53 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 57 in profit
Keeps 39 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 55.0%
Revenue surging 78.9% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 81.4% YoY
Revenue surging 119.7% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Trading at 8.5x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of -3.0% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 55.6%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GFI
The strongest argument for GFI centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 38.7% and operating margin at 55.0%. Revenue growth of 78.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MP
The strongest argument for MP centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 119.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GFI
The primary concerns for GFI are Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : MP
The primary concerns for MP are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GFI profiles as a growth stock while MP is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.95 — expect wider price swings.
MP is growing revenue faster at 119.7% — sustainability is the question.
GFI generates stronger free cash flow (2.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GFI scores higher overall (74/100 vs 30/100), backed by strong 38.7% margins and 78.9% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Gold Fields Ltd ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Gold Fields Limited is a gold producer with reserves and resources in Chile, South Africa, Ghana, West Africa, Australia and Peru. The company is headquartered in Sandton, South Africa.
Visit Website →MP Materials Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
MP Materials Corp. The company is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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