Rio Tinto ADR (RIO)vsVale SA ADR (VALE)
RIO
Rio Tinto ADR
$100.58
+0.10%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $163.40B
VALE
Vale SA ADR
$16.18
-1.10%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $71.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vale SA ADR generates 273% more annual revenue ($214.86B vs $57.64B). RIO leads profitability with a 17.3% profit margin vs 7.3%. VALE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.34. VALE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
RIO
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
VALE
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+14.0%
Fair Value
$114.13
Current Price
$100.58
$13.55 discount
Margin of Safety
+81.5%
Fair Value
$93.77
Current Price
$16.18
$77.59 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 5.6%
2.7% revenue growth
ROE of 6.8% — below average capital efficiency
7.3% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : RIO
The strongest argument for RIO centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.3% and operating margin at 25.3%. Revenue growth of 14.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : VALE
The strongest argument for VALE centers on PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Price/Book. PEG of 0.34 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : RIO
The primary concerns for RIO are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : VALE
The primary concerns for VALE are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
RIO profiles as a mature stock while VALE is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
VALE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.89 — expect wider price swings.
RIO is growing revenue faster at 14.6% — sustainability is the question.
RIO generates stronger free cash flow (2.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VALE scores higher overall (67/100 vs 54/100). 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.
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.
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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