Calumet Specialty Products Partners (CLMT)vsRio Tinto ADR (RIO)
CLMT
Calumet Specialty Products Partners
$58.12
-1.49%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $4.90B
RIO
Rio Tinto ADR
$97.49
+0.46%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $158.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Rio Tinto ADR generates 1246% more annual revenue ($61.79B vs $4.59B). RIO leads profitability with a 19.6% profit margin vs -3.0%. CLMT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.65. RIO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
CLMT
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
RIO
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CLMT.
Margin of Safety
+29.2%
Fair Value
$138.52
Current Price
$97.49
$41.03 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 40.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 562.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 34 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 28.1%
15.5% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
ROE of -1172.0% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Currently unprofitable
Operating margin of -4.6%
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CLMT
The strongest argument for CLMT centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 40.8% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.65 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : RIO
The strongest argument for RIO centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.6% and operating margin at 28.1%. Revenue growth of 15.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CLMT
The primary concerns for CLMT are Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : RIO
The primary concerns for RIO are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CLMT profiles as a hypergrowth stock while RIO is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CLMT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.72 — expect wider price swings.
CLMT is growing revenue faster at 40.8% — sustainability is the question.
RIO generates stronger free cash flow (3.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
RIO scores higher overall (64/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 19.6% margins and 15.5% 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.
Calumet Specialty Products Partners
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Calumet Specialty Products Partners, LP produces and sells specialty hydrocarbon products in North America and internationally. The company is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana.
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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