Gold Fields Ltd ADR (GFI)vsRio Tinto ADR (RIO)
GFI
Gold Fields Ltd ADR
$42.34
+4.54%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $37.40B
RIO
Rio Tinto ADR
$86.64
+0.99%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $140.85B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Rio Tinto ADR generates 779% more annual revenue ($57.64B vs $6.56B). GFI leads profitability with a 28.7% profit margin vs 17.3%. RIO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 5.69. GFI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
GFI
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
RIO
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+41.5%
Fair Value
$97.81
Current Price
$42.34
$55.47 discount
Margin of Safety
-137.3%
Fair Value
$41.34
Current Price
$86.64
$45.30 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 35 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 46.4%
Revenue surging 63.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 163.3% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 25.3%
Generating 2.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 5.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GFI
The strongest argument for GFI centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.7% and operating margin at 46.4%. Revenue growth of 63.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : RIO
The strongest argument for RIO centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.3% and operating margin at 25.3%. Revenue growth of 14.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GFI
The primary concerns for GFI are PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : RIO
The primary concerns for RIO are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GFI profiles as a growth stock while RIO is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
RIO carries more volatility with a beta of 0.65 — expect wider price swings.
GFI is growing revenue faster at 63.7% — sustainability is the question.
RIO generates stronger free cash flow (2.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GFI scores higher overall (72/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 28.7% margins and 63.7% revenue growth. 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.
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 →Rio Tinto ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
Rio Tinto Group is dedicated to the exploration, extraction and processing of mineral resources worldwide. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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