Ero Copper Corp (ERO)vsMP Materials Corp (MP)
ERO
Ero Copper Corp
$31.12
-3.32%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $3.56B
MP
MP Materials Corp
$41.65
+1.41%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $7.31B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ero Copper Corp generates 151% more annual revenue ($1.04B vs $416.25M). ERO leads profitability with a 29.8% profit margin vs -14.6%. ERO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
ERO
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
MP
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-5.1%
Fair Value
$29.96
Current Price
$31.12
$1.16 premium
Margin of Safety
+5.0%
Fair Value
$43.82
Current Price
$41.65
$2.17 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 33 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 37.6%
Revenue surging 73.9% year-over-year
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 119.7% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of -3.0% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 55.6%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ERO
The strongest argument for ERO centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.8% and operating margin at 37.6%. Revenue growth of 73.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MP
The strongest argument for MP centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 119.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ERO
No major red flags identified for ERO, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : MP
The primary concerns for MP are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
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 1.99 — expect wider price swings.
MP is growing revenue faster at 119.7% — sustainability is the question.
ERO generates stronger free cash flow (52M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ERO scores higher overall (73/100 vs 30/100), backed by strong 29.8% margins and 73.9% 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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