Kronos Worldwide Inc (KRO)vsVale SA ADR (VALE)
KRO
Kronos Worldwide Inc
$7.46
+4.78%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $890.86M
VALE
Vale SA ADR
$11.59
+1.22%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $49.32B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vale SA ADR generates 11008% more annual revenue ($215.83B vs $1.94B). VALE leads profitability with a 1.0% profit margin vs -5.6%. VALE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.27. KRO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C).
KRO
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
VALE
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+61.3%
Fair Value
$17.43
Current Price
$7.46
$9.97 discount
Margin of Safety
+76.1%
Fair Value
$72.79
Current Price
$11.59
$61.20 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 124.8% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -14.6% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
ROE of 1.6% — below average capital efficiency
1.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KRO
The strongest argument for KRO centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 12.9% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.36 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : VALE
The strongest argument for VALE centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Free Cash Flow. PEG of 0.27 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : KRO
The primary concerns for KRO are Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : VALE
The primary concerns for VALE are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 72.4x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KRO profiles as a turnaround stock while VALE is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
KRO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.09 — expect wider price swings.
KRO is growing revenue faster at 12.9% — sustainability is the question.
VALE generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KRO scores higher overall (55/100 vs 51/100) and 12.9% revenue growth. VALE offers better value entry with a 76.1% 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.
Kronos Worldwide Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Kronos Worldwide, Inc. produces and markets titanium dioxide (TiO2) pigments in Europe, North America, Asia Pacific, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
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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