Vale SA ADR (VALE)vsVulcan Materials Company (VMC)
VALE
Vale SA ADR
$15.23
-3.42%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $64.54B
VMC
Vulcan Materials Company
$281.38
-0.59%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $37.17B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vale SA ADR generates 2565% more annual revenue ($214.86B vs $8.06B). VMC leads profitability with a 13.8% profit margin vs 7.3%. VALE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.32. VALE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
VALE
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
VMC
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+77.0%
Fair Value
$75.65
Current Price
$15.23
$60.42 discount
Margin of Safety
-89.4%
Fair Value
$168.84
Current Price
$281.38
$112.54 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Earnings expanding 29.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
2.7% revenue growth
ROE of 7.6% — below average capital efficiency
7.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : VMC
The strongest argument for VMC centers on EPS Growth.
Bear Case : VALE
The primary concerns for VALE are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : VMC
The primary concerns for VMC are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
VMC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.06 — expect wider price swings.
VMC is growing revenue faster at 7.4% — sustainability is the question.
VALE generates stronger free cash flow (700M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
VALE scores higher overall (67/100 vs 57/100). 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.
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.
Vulcan Materials Company
BASIC MATERIALS · BUILDING MATERIALS · USA
Vulcan Materials Company (NYSE: VMC) is an American company based in Birmingham, Alabama. It is principally engaged in the production, distribution and sale of construction materials.
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