Cardinal Health Inc (CAH)vsRio Tinto ADR (RIO)
CAH
Cardinal Health Inc
$211.31
+1.97%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $48.76B
RIO
Rio Tinto ADR
$87.54
+0.89%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $139.55B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Cardinal Health Inc generates 324% more annual revenue ($244.67B vs $57.64B). RIO leads profitability with a 17.3% profit margin vs 0.7%. CAH appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.33. RIO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
CAH
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
RIO
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+14.8%
Fair Value
$263.37
Current Price
$211.31
$52.06 discount
Margin of Safety
-136.9%
Fair Value
$41.41
Current Price
$87.54
$46.13 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
18.8% revenue growth
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
Moderate valuation
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
0.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.2%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 5.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CAH
The strongest argument for CAH centers on Altman Z-Score, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 18.8% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.33 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : CAH
The primary concerns for CAH are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 0.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : RIO
The primary concerns for RIO are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CAH profiles as a growth stock while RIO is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
RIO carries more volatility with a beta of 0.65 — expect wider price swings.
CAH is growing revenue faster at 18.8% — 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 53/100), backed by strong 17.3% margins and 14.6% 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.
Cardinal Health Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL DISTRIBUTION · USA
Cardinal Health, Inc. is an American multinational health care services company.
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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