Eastman Chemical Company (EMN)vsVale SA ADR (VALE)
EMN
Eastman Chemical Company
$71.84
-0.80%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $8.60B
VALE
Vale SA ADR
$15.23
-3.42%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $64.54B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vale SA ADR generates 2387% more annual revenue ($214.86B vs $8.64B). VALE leads profitability with a 7.3% profit margin vs 4.6%. VALE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.32. VALE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
EMN
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
VALE
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-22.0%
Fair Value
$66.67
Current Price
$71.84
$5.17 premium
Margin of Safety
+77.0%
Fair Value
$75.65
Current Price
$15.23
$60.42 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Growing faster than its price suggests
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 28.1%
Earnings expanding 22.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
ROE of 6.6% — below average capital efficiency
4.6% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 4.9%
2.7% revenue growth
ROE of 7.6% — below average capital efficiency
7.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EMN
The strongest argument for EMN centers on Price/Book, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.64 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : VALE
The strongest argument for VALE centers on PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Price/Book. PEG of 0.32 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : EMN
The primary concerns for EMN are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Thin 4.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : VALE
The primary concerns for VALE are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EMN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.07 — expect wider price swings.
VALE is growing revenue faster at 2.7% — sustainability is the question.
VALE generates stronger free cash flow (700M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
VALE scores higher overall (67/100 vs 52/100). Both earn "Strong 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.
Eastman Chemical Company
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Eastman Chemical Company is an American company primarily involved in the chemical industry. Once a subsidiary of Kodak, today it is an independent global specialty materials company that produces a broad range of advanced materials, chemicals and fibers for everyday purposes. The company is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee.
Visit Website →Vale SA ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
Vale SA produces and sells iron ore and iron ore pellets for use as raw material in steelmaking in Brazil and internationally. The company is headquartered in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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