Rio Tinto ADR (RIO)vsVulcan Materials Company (VMC)
RIO
Rio Tinto ADR
$100.69
-4.47%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $168.54B
VMC
Vulcan Materials Company
$281.38
-0.59%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $37.17B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Rio Tinto ADR generates 615% more annual revenue ($57.64B vs $8.06B). RIO leads profitability with a 17.3% profit margin vs 13.8%. VMC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.46. VMC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
RIO
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
VMC
Buy57
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
Margin of Safety
-89.4%
Fair Value
$168.84
Current Price
$281.38
$112.54 premium
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
Earnings expanding 29.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 5.6%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : VMC
The strongest argument for VMC centers on EPS Growth.
Bear Case : RIO
The primary concerns for RIO are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : VMC
The primary concerns for VMC are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
RIO profiles as a mature stock while VMC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
VMC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.06 — 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
VMC scores higher overall (57/100 vs 54/100). 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.
Vulcan Materials Company
BASIC MATERIALS · BUILDING MATERIALS · USA
Vulcan Materials Company (NYSE: VMC) is an American company based in Birmingham, Alabama. It is principally engaged in the production, distribution and sale of construction materials.
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