Ero Copper Corp (ERO)vsMP Materials Corp (MP)
ERO
Ero Copper Corp
$25.05
+2.00%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.61B
MP
MP Materials Corp
$51.80
+0.19%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $9.20B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ero Copper Corp generates 185% more annual revenue ($785.84M vs $275.46M). ERO leads profitability with a 33.6% profit margin vs -31.2%. ERO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
ERO
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
MP
Avoid29
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-83.1%
Fair Value
$17.20
Current Price
$25.05
$7.85 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MP.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 35 in profit
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 43.6%
Revenue surging 161.3% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 70.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Earnings declined 11.0%
ROE of -5.0% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 55.6%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ERO
The strongest argument for ERO centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.6% and operating margin at 43.6%. Revenue growth of 161.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MP
The strongest argument for MP centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 70.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ERO
The primary concerns for ERO are EPS Growth.
Bear Case : MP
The primary concerns for MP are Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ERO profiles as a growth stock while MP is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.62 — expect wider price swings.
ERO is growing revenue faster at 161.3% — sustainability is the question.
ERO generates stronger free cash flow (58M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ERO scores higher overall (68/100 vs 29/100), backed by strong 33.6% margins and 161.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Ero Copper Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · COPPER · USA
Ero Copper Corp. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
MP Materials Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
MP Materials Corp. The company is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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