Texas Instruments Incorporated (TXN)vsVale SA ADR (VALE)
TXN
Texas Instruments Incorporated
$196.77
+1.10%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $179.15B
VALE
Vale SA ADR
$15.14
+1.82%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $64.24B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vale SA ADR generates 1108% more annual revenue ($213.59B vs $17.68B). TXN leads profitability with a 28.3% profit margin vs 6.5%. TXN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.47. TXN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
TXN
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
VALE
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-430.9%
Fair Value
$37.06
Current Price
$196.77
$159.71 premium
Margin of Safety
-47.9%
Fair Value
$11.75
Current Price
$15.14
$3.39 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 30 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 34.0%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 27.6%
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 11.0x book value
Earnings declined 3.2%
Moderate valuation
0.5% revenue growth
ROE of 5.9% — below average capital efficiency
6.5% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : TXN
The strongest argument for TXN centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.3% and operating margin at 34.0%. Revenue growth of 10.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : VALE
The strongest argument for VALE centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : TXN
The primary concerns for TXN are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : VALE
The primary concerns for VALE are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TXN profiles as a mature stock while VALE is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
TXN carries more volatility with a beta of 0.98 — expect wider price swings.
TXN is growing revenue faster at 10.4% — sustainability is the question.
TXN generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TXN scores higher overall (63/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 28.3% margins and 10.4% revenue growth. 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.
Texas Instruments Incorporated
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI) is an American technology company headquartered in Dallas, Texas, that designs and manufactures semiconductors and various integrated circuits, which it sells to electronics designers and manufacturers globally. It is one of the top 10 semiconductor companies worldwide based on sales volume.
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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