Orla Mining Ltd (ORLA)vsVale SA ADR (VALE)
ORLA
Orla Mining Ltd
$11.31
-6.74%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $3.68B
VALE
Vale SA ADR
$15.23
-3.42%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $64.54B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vale SA ADR generates 16478% more annual revenue ($214.86B vs $1.30B). ORLA leads profitability with a 19.5% profit margin vs 7.3%. ORLA trades at a lower P/E of 14.8x. ORLA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
ORLA
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
VALE
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ORLA.
Margin of Safety
+76.9%
Fair Value
$75.36
Current Price
$15.23
$60.13 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 44 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 52.8%
Revenue surging 169.3% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 170.7% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
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
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
2.7% revenue growth
ROE of 7.6% — below average capital efficiency
7.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ORLA
The strongest argument for ORLA centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.5% and operating margin at 52.8%. Revenue growth of 169.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : VALE
The strongest argument for VALE centers on PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Price/Book. PEG of 0.32 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ORLA
The primary concerns for ORLA are Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : VALE
The primary concerns for VALE are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ORLA profiles as a growth stock while VALE is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ORLA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.12 — expect wider price swings.
ORLA is growing revenue faster at 169.3% — sustainability is the question.
VALE generates stronger free cash flow (700M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ORLA scores higher overall (73/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 19.5% margins and 169.3% revenue growth. VALE offers better value entry with a 76.9% 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.
Orla Mining Ltd
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Orla Mining Ltd. acquires, explores and develops mineral properties. 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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