Rio Tinto ADR (RIO)vsThe Travelers Companies Inc (TRV)
RIO
Rio Tinto ADR
$87.54
+0.89%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $139.55B
TRV
The Travelers Companies Inc
$290.59
-0.83%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $65.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Rio Tinto ADR generates 18% more annual revenue ($57.64B vs $48.83B). RIO leads profitability with a 17.3% profit margin vs 12.9%. TRV appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.36. TRV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
RIO
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
TRV
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-136.9%
Fair Value
$41.41
Current Price
$87.54
$46.13 premium
Margin of Safety
+75.4%
Fair Value
$1213.50
Current Price
$290.59
$922.91 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 25.9%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 5.6%
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.5% revenue growth
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : TRV
The strongest argument for TRV centers on P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : RIO
The primary concerns for RIO are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : TRV
The primary concerns for TRV are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
RIO profiles as a mature stock while TRV is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
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
TRV scores higher overall (71/100 vs 54/100). 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.
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.
The Travelers Companies Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - PROPERTY & CASUALTY · USA
The Travelers Companies, Inc., commonly known as Travelers, is an American insurance company.
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