CVR Partners LP (UAN)vsVale SA ADR (VALE)
UAN
CVR Partners LP
$112.06
-0.76%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.16B
VALE
Vale SA ADR
$11.28
-2.59%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $49.32B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vale SA ADR generates 32628% more annual revenue ($215.83B vs $659.46M). UAN leads profitability with a 16.1% profit margin vs 1.0%. UAN trades at a lower P/E of 11.2x. UAN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
UAN
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
VALE
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for UAN.
Margin of Safety
+76.1%
Fair Value
$72.79
Current Price
$11.28
$61.51 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 39 in profit
Earnings expanding 99.9% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 21.0%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Revenue declined 10.6%
Elevated debt levels
ROE of 1.6% — below average capital efficiency
1.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : UAN
The strongest argument for UAN centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.1% and operating margin at 21.0%.
Bull Case : VALE
The strongest argument for VALE centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Free Cash Flow. PEG of 0.27 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : UAN
The primary concerns for UAN are Market Cap, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.09 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : VALE
The primary concerns for VALE are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 72.4x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
UAN profiles as a declining stock while VALE is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
VALE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.73 — expect wider price swings.
VALE is growing revenue faster at -3.9% — sustainability is the question.
VALE generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UAN scores higher overall (61/100 vs 51/100), backed by strong 16.1% margins. VALE offers better value entry with a 76.1% 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.
CVR Partners LP
BASIC MATERIALS · AGRICULTURAL INPUTS · USA
CVR Partners, LP, produces and distributes nitrogen fertilizer products in the United States. The company is headquartered in Sugar Land, Texas.
Vale SA ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
Vale SA produces and sells iron ore and iron ore pellets for use as raw material in steelmaking in Brazil and internationally. The company is headquartered in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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