Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc ADR (MUFG)vsRio Tinto ADR (RIO)
MUFG
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc ADR
$16.96
+1.44%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $188.05B
RIO
Rio Tinto ADR
$87.54
+0.89%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $139.55B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc ADR generates 10046% more annual revenue ($5.85T vs $57.64B). MUFG leads profitability with a 22.8% profit margin vs 17.3%. MUFG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.24. MUFG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
MUFG
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
RIO
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+14.8%
Fair Value
$21.96
Current Price
$16.96
$5.00 discount
Margin of Safety
-136.9%
Fair Value
$41.41
Current Price
$87.54
$46.13 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 34.8%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
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
ROE of 6.1% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 5.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MUFG
The strongest argument for MUFG centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.8% and operating margin at 34.8%. Revenue growth of 11.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : RIO
The strongest argument for RIO centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.3% and operating margin at 25.3%. Revenue growth of 14.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MUFG
The primary concerns for MUFG are Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 3.77 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : RIO
The primary concerns for RIO are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
RIO carries more volatility with a beta of 0.65 — expect wider price swings.
RIO is growing revenue faster at 14.6% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
MUFG scores higher overall (72/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 22.8% margins and 11.7% 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.
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc ADR
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, Inc., a banking holding company, offers financial services in Japan, the United States, and Asia / Oceania. The company is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
Visit Website →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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