Cleveland-Cliffs Inc (CLF)vsTernium SA ADR (TX)
CLF
Cleveland-Cliffs Inc
$13.53
-6.24%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $7.86B
TX
Ternium SA ADR
$48.02
-4.19%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $9.42B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Cleveland-Cliffs Inc generates 21% more annual revenue ($18.90B vs $15.61B). TX leads profitability with a 3.7% profit margin vs -6.4%. TX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.13. TX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
CLF
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
TX
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+66.5%
Fair Value
$37.24
Current Price
$13.53
$23.71 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TX.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 218.1% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -20.9% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 99.4%
0.0% revenue growth
ROE of 4.7% — below average capital efficiency
3.7% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CLF
The strongest argument for CLF centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.43 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : TX
The strongest argument for TX centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.13 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CLF
The primary concerns for CLF are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : TX
The primary concerns for TX are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 3.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CLF profiles as a turnaround stock while TX is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CLF carries more volatility with a beta of 2.09 — expect wider price swings.
CLF is growing revenue faster at 6.3% — sustainability is the question.
TX generates stronger free cash flow (-189M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TX scores higher overall (60/100 vs 49/100). CLF offers better value entry with a 66.5% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Cleveland-Cliffs Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · STEEL · USA
Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is an independent iron ore mining company in the United States, Canada and internationally. The company is headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio.
Visit Website →Ternium SA ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · STEEL · USA
Ternium SA manufactures and processes various steel products in Mexico, Argentina, Paraguay, Chile, Bolivia, Uruguay, Brazil, the United States, Colombia, Guatemala, Costa Rica, Honduras, El Salvador and Nicaragua. The company is headquartered in Luxembourg City, Luxembourg.
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