Gold Fields Ltd ADR (GFI)vsMP Materials Corp (MP)
GFI
Gold Fields Ltd ADR
$39.13
+8.47%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $32.65B
MP
MP Materials Corp
$65.45
+1.23%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $10.25B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Gold Fields Ltd ADR generates 2418% more annual revenue ($8.75B vs $347.57M). GFI leads profitability with a 40.8% profit margin vs -20.5%. GFI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
GFI
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
MP
Avoid28
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for GFI.
Margin of Safety
-55.4%
Fair Value
$37.03
Current Price
$65.45
$28.42 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 57 in profit
Keeps 41 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 51.8%
Revenue surging 71.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 196.1% YoY
Revenue surging 118.6% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Trading at 8.3x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : GFI
The strongest argument for GFI centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 40.8% and operating margin at 51.8%. Revenue growth of 71.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MP
The strongest argument for MP centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 118.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GFI
The primary concerns for GFI are Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : MP
The primary concerns for MP are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GFI profiles as a growth stock while MP is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.84 — expect wider price swings.
MP is growing revenue faster at 118.6% — sustainability is the question.
GFI generates stronger free cash flow (2.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GFI scores higher overall (74/100 vs 28/100), backed by strong 40.8% margins and 71.4% 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.
Gold Fields Ltd ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Gold Fields Limited is a gold producer with reserves and resources in Chile, South Africa, Ghana, West Africa, Australia and Peru. The company is headquartered in Sandton, South Africa.
Visit Website →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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