USA Rare Earth, Inc. (USAR)vsValmont Industries Inc (VMI)
USAR
USA Rare Earth, Inc.
$16.64
+0.24%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $3.62B
VMI
Valmont Industries Inc
$406.39
+0.59%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $7.94B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
VMI leads profitability with a 8.5% profit margin vs 0.0%. VMI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
USAR
Avoid22
out of 100
Grade: F
VMI
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for USAR.
Margin of Safety
+39.1%
Fair Value
$785.30
Current Price
$406.39
$378.91 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Earnings expanding 135.3% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Areas to Watch
0.0% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
0.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.0%
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.1% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : USAR
USAR has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bull Case : VMI
The strongest argument for VMI centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : USAR
The primary concerns for USAR are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : VMI
The primary concerns for VMI are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
VMI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.21 — expect wider price swings.
VMI is growing revenue faster at 0.1% — sustainability is the question.
VMI generates stronger free cash flow (70M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
VMI scores higher overall (63/100 vs 22/100). Both earn "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.
USA Rare Earth, Inc.
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
USA Rare Earth, Inc. engages in mining, processing, and supplying rare earths and other critical minerals. The company is headquartered in Stillwater, Oklahoma.
Valmont Industries Inc
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Valmont Industries, Inc. produces and sells metal products manufactured in the United States, Australia, Denmark, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska.
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