Rio Tinto ADR (RIO)vsReliance Steel & Aluminum Co (RS)
RIO
Rio Tinto ADR
$100.69
-4.47%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $168.54B
RS
Reliance Steel & Aluminum Co
$394.41
-0.52%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $21.10B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Rio Tinto ADR generates 289% more annual revenue ($57.64B vs $14.84B). RIO leads profitability with a 17.3% profit margin vs 5.4%. RS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.29. RS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
RIO
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
RS
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+24.5%
Fair Value
$130.00
Current Price
$100.69
$29.31 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for RS.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
15.5% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 36.4% YoY
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 5.6%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
5.4% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : RS
The strongest argument for RS centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 15.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : RIO
The primary concerns for RIO are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : RS
The primary concerns for RS are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
RIO profiles as a mature stock while RS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
RS carries more volatility with a beta of 0.96 — expect wider price swings.
RS is growing revenue faster at 15.5% — sustainability is the question.
RIO generates stronger free cash flow (2.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
RS scores higher overall (63/100 vs 54/100) and 15.5% 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.
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.
Reliance Steel & Aluminum Co
BASIC MATERIALS · STEEL · USA
Reliance Steel & Aluminum Co. is a metal service center company. The company is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.
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