Newmont Goldcorp Corp (NEM)vsRio Tinto ADR (RIO)
NEM
Newmont Goldcorp Corp
$116.51
+2.66%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $124.38B
RIO
Rio Tinto ADR
$105.38
+2.20%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $171.59B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Rio Tinto ADR generates 131% more annual revenue ($57.64B vs $24.97B). NEM leads profitability with a 33.9% profit margin vs 17.3%. NEM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.78. NEM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
NEM
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
RIO
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-81.0%
Fair Value
$68.86
Current Price
$116.51
$47.65 premium
Margin of Safety
+33.7%
Fair Value
$147.89
Current Price
$105.38
$42.51 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 61.4%
Revenue surging 45.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 78.6% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 5.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NEM
The strongest argument for NEM centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.9% and operating margin at 61.4%. Revenue growth of 45.8% 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 : NEM
The primary concerns for NEM are PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : RIO
The primary concerns for RIO are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NEM profiles as a growth stock while RIO is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
RIO carries more volatility with a beta of 0.63 — expect wider price swings.
NEM is growing revenue faster at 45.8% — sustainability is the question.
NEM generates stronger free cash flow (3.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NEM scores higher overall (78/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 33.9% margins and 45.8% revenue growth. RIO offers better value entry with a 33.7% margin of safety. 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.
Newmont Goldcorp Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Newmont Corporation, based in Greenwood Village, Colorado, United States, is one of the largest gold mining companies in the world.
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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