ArcelorMittal SA ADR (MT)vsPOSCO Holdings Inc (PKX)
MT
ArcelorMittal SA ADR
$47.76
-4.44%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $36.60B
PKX
POSCO Holdings Inc
$55.68
-3.01%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $16.84B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
POSCO Holdings Inc generates 112520% more annual revenue ($69.09T vs $61.35B). PKX leads profitability with a 95.0% profit margin vs 5.1%. MT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.66. MT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
MT
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
PKX
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+65.3%
Fair Value
$192.35
Current Price
$47.76
$144.59 discount
Margin of Safety
-611.5%
Fair Value
$9.18
Current Price
$55.68
$46.50 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 32.8% YoY
Generating 1.7B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 82 in profit
Keeps 95 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 330.5B in free cash flow
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
1.7% revenue growth
ROE of 6.0% — below average capital efficiency
5.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of -5.1%
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Revenue declined 5.4%
Earnings declined 2.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MT
The strongest argument for MT centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.66 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : PKX
The strongest argument for PKX centers on Price/Book, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 95.0% and operating margin at 7.0%. PEG of 0.89 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : MT
The primary concerns for MT are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : PKX
The primary concerns for PKX are Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth. A P/E of 41.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MT profiles as a value stock while PKX is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
MT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.67 — expect wider price swings.
MT is growing revenue faster at 1.7% — sustainability is the question.
PKX generates stronger free cash flow (330.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MT scores higher overall (62/100 vs 47/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
ArcelorMittal SA ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · STEEL · USA
ArcelorMittal owns and operates steelmaking and mining facilities in Europe, North and South America, Asia and Africa. The company is headquartered in Luxembourg City, Luxembourg.
POSCO Holdings Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · STEEL · USA
POSCO manufactures and sells rolled products and steel plates in South Korea and internationally. The company is headquartered in Pohang, South Korea.
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