Gold Fields Ltd ADR (GFI)vsVale SA ADR (VALE)
GFI
Gold Fields Ltd ADR
$42.34
+4.54%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $37.40B
VALE
Vale SA ADR
$15.03
+0.54%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $64.94B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vale SA ADR generates 3158% more annual revenue ($213.59B vs $6.56B). GFI leads profitability with a 28.7% profit margin vs 6.5%. GFI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 11.59. GFI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
GFI
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
VALE
Buy55
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
-47.9%
Fair Value
$11.75
Current Price
$15.03
$3.28 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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 27.6%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
0.5% revenue growth
ROE of 5.9% — below average capital efficiency
6.5% margin — thin
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 : VALE
The strongest argument for VALE centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : GFI
The primary concerns for GFI are PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : VALE
The primary concerns for VALE are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GFI profiles as a growth stock while VALE is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
VALE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.94 — expect wider price swings.
GFI is growing revenue faster at 63.7% — sustainability is the question.
GFI generates stronger free cash flow (2.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GFI scores higher overall (72/100 vs 55/100), 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 →Vale SA ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
Vale SA produces and sells iron ore and iron ore pellets for use as raw material in steelmaking in Brazil and internationally. The company is headquartered in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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