ICL Israel Chemicals Ltd (ICL)vsVale SA ADR (VALE)
ICL
ICL Israel Chemicals Ltd
$5.66
-1.05%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $7.54B
VALE
Vale SA ADR
$15.23
-0.33%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $64.99B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vale SA ADR generates 2728% more annual revenue ($218.07B vs $7.71B). VALE leads profitability with a 4.8% profit margin vs 4.0%. VALE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.33. ICL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
ICL
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
VALE
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+0.7%
Fair Value
$5.79
Current Price
$5.66
$0.13 discount
Margin of Safety
+76.8%
Fair Value
$74.92
Current Price
$15.23
$59.69 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 51.6% YoY
16.5% revenue growth
Growing faster than its price suggests
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 22.0%
Generating 1.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
ROE of 4.3% — below average capital efficiency
4.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 5.3% — below average capital efficiency
4.8% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ICL
The strongest argument for ICL centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 16.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : VALE
The strongest argument for VALE centers on PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Price/Book. PEG of 0.33 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ICL
The primary concerns for ICL are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Thin 4.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : VALE
The primary concerns for VALE are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 4.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ICL profiles as a growth stock while VALE is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ICL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.00 — expect wider price swings.
ICL is growing revenue faster at 16.5% — sustainability is the question.
VALE generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ICL scores higher overall (59/100 vs 57/100) and 16.5% revenue growth. VALE offers better value entry with a 76.8% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
ICL Israel Chemicals Ltd
BASIC MATERIALS · AGRICULTURAL INPUTS · USA
ICL Group Ltd, is a company specialized in minerals and chemical products worldwide. The company is headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel.
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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