BHP Group Limited (BHP)vsCorteva Inc (CTVA)
BHP
BHP Group Limited
$79.30
+2.91%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $202.77B
CTVA
Corteva Inc
$79.37
+0.54%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $53.57B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
BHP Group Limited generates 210% more annual revenue ($53.99B vs $17.40B). BHP leads profitability with a 19.0% profit margin vs 6.3%. CTVA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.16. BHP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
BHP
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
CTVA
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-84.5%
Fair Value
$43.18
Current Price
$79.30
$36.12 premium
Margin of Safety
-20.6%
Fair Value
$62.45
Current Price
$79.37
$16.92 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 40.7%
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Earnings expanding 27.5% YoY
Generating 4.3B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 27.4% YoY
Generating 4.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 5.0% — below average capital efficiency
6.3% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Revenue declined 1.7%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BHP
The strongest argument for BHP centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.0% and operating margin at 40.7%. Revenue growth of 10.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : CTVA
The strongest argument for CTVA centers on Market Cap, Debt/Equity, Price/Book. PEG of 1.16 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BHP
The primary concerns for BHP are PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : CTVA
The primary concerns for CTVA are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 45.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BHP profiles as a mature stock while CTVA is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
BHP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.80 — expect wider price swings.
BHP is growing revenue faster at 10.8% — sustainability is the question.
BHP generates stronger free cash flow (4.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BHP scores higher overall (65/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 19.0% margins and 10.8% 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.
BHP Group Limited
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
BHP Group engages in the natural resources business in Australia, Europe, China, Japan, India, South Korea, the rest of Asia, North America, South America and internationally. The company is headquartered in Melbourne, Australia.
Corteva Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · AGRICULTURAL INPUTS · USA
Corteva, Inc. (also known as Corteva Agriscience) is a major American agricultural chemical and seed company that was the agricultural unit of DowDuPont prior to being spun off as an independent public company.
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