Rio Tinto ADR (RIO)vsWheaton Precious Metals Corp (WPM)
RIO
Rio Tinto ADR
$100.69
-4.47%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $168.54B
WPM
Wheaton Precious Metals Corp
$121.72
-3.15%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $57.67B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Rio Tinto ADR generates 1999% more annual revenue ($57.64B vs $2.75B). WPM leads profitability with a 65.5% profit margin vs 17.3%. WPM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.43. WPM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
RIO
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
WPM
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+24.5%
Fair Value
$129.94
Current Price
$100.69
$29.25 discount
Margin of Safety
-54.1%
Fair Value
$79.55
Current Price
$121.72
$42.17 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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Keeps 66 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 75.0%
Revenue surging 91.6% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 128.8% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 5.6%
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 : WPM
The strongest argument for WPM centers on PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 65.5% and operating margin at 75.0%. Revenue growth of 91.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : RIO
The primary concerns for RIO are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : WPM
The primary concerns for WPM are P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
RIO profiles as a mature stock while WPM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
WPM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.16 — expect wider price swings.
WPM is growing revenue faster at 91.6% — sustainability is the question.
RIO generates stronger free cash flow (2.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WPM scores higher overall (78/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 65.5% margins and 91.6% revenue growth. RIO offers better value entry with a 24.5% 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.
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.
Wheaton Precious Metals Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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