Ero Copper Corp (ERO)vsTronox Holdings PLC (TROX)
ERO
Ero Copper Corp
$32.19
-1.01%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $3.56B
TROX
Tronox Holdings PLC
$3.73
+1.22%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $552.56M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Tronox Holdings PLC generates 193% more annual revenue ($3.06B vs $1.04B). ERO leads profitability with a 29.8% profit margin vs -19.2%. ERO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
ERO
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
TROX
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-5.1%
Fair Value
$29.96
Current Price
$32.19
$2.23 premium
Margin of Safety
+75.5%
Fair Value
$34.32
Current Price
$3.73
$30.59 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
Reasonable price relative to book value
18.7% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 48.2% YoY
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -47.3% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : TROX
The strongest argument for TROX centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 18.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ERO
No major red flags identified for ERO, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : TROX
The primary concerns for TROX are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.90 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ERO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.63 — expect wider price swings.
ERO is growing revenue faster at 73.9% — sustainability is the question.
TROX generates stronger free cash flow (60M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor COPPER industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
ERO scores higher overall (73/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 29.8% margins and 73.9% revenue growth. TROX offers better value entry with a 75.5% margin of safety. 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.
Ero Copper Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · COPPER · USA
Ero Copper Corp. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
Tronox Holdings PLC
BASIC MATERIALS · CHEMICALS · USA
Tronox Holdings plc is a vertically integrated manufacturer of TiO2 pigment in North America, South and Central America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific. The company is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut.
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