Alpha Metallurgical Resources Inc (AMR)vsRio Tinto ADR (RIO)
AMR
Alpha Metallurgical Resources Inc
$190.04
-2.74%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.49B
RIO
Rio Tinto ADR
$100.48
+4.14%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $161.98B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Rio Tinto ADR generates 2607% more annual revenue ($57.64B vs $2.13B). RIO leads profitability with a 17.3% profit margin vs -2.9%. RIO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
AMR
Avoid33
out of 100
Grade: F
RIO
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+8.1%
Fair Value
$207.72
Current Price
$190.04
$17.68 discount
Margin of Safety
+14.1%
Fair Value
$114.19
Current Price
$100.48
$13.71 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
Areas to Watch
ROE of -3.9% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 15.7%
Earnings declined 95.6%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 5.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMR
The strongest argument for AMR centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, Price/Book.
Bull 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.
Bear Case : AMR
The primary concerns for AMR are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : RIO
The primary concerns for RIO are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMR profiles as a turnaround stock while RIO is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
AMR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.75 — 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
RIO scores higher overall (54/100 vs 33/100), backed by strong 17.3% margins and 14.6% revenue growth. 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.
Alpha Metallurgical Resources Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · COKING COAL · USA
Alpha Metallurgical Resources, Inc. is a mining company. The company is headquartered in Bristol, Tennessee.
Visit Website →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.
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