Minerals Technologies Inc (MTX)vsRio Tinto ADR (RIO)
MTX
Minerals Technologies Inc
$79.63
-1.13%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.44B
RIO
Rio Tinto ADR
$95.11
-4.47%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $153.37B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Rio Tinto ADR generates 2609% more annual revenue ($57.64B vs $2.13B). RIO leads profitability with a 17.3% profit margin vs 7.6%. MTX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.22. RIO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
MTX
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
RIO
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+13.3%
Fair Value
$85.54
Current Price
$79.63
$5.91 discount
Margin of Safety
+24.5%
Fair Value
$129.94
Current Price
$95.11
$34.83 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 35 in 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
7.6% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 28.8%
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 5.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MTX
The strongest argument for MTX centers on Price/Book, P/E Ratio. Revenue growth of 11.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : RIO
The strongest argument for RIO centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.3% and operating margin at 25.3%. Revenue growth of 14.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MTX
The primary concerns for MTX are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : RIO
The primary concerns for RIO are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MTX profiles as a value stock while RIO is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
MTX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.14 — expect wider price swings.
RIO is growing revenue faster at 14.6% — sustainability is the question.
RIO generates stronger free cash flow (2.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MTX scores higher overall (54/100 vs 54/100) and 11.2% revenue growth. RIO offers better value entry with a 24.5% 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.
Minerals Technologies Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Minerals Technologies Inc. develops, produces and markets a variety of specialty mineral, synthetic mineral and mineral products, and supporting systems and services. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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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