CVR Partners LP (UAN)vsVale SA ADR (VALE)
UAN
CVR Partners LP
$133.27
-0.72%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.41B
VALE
Vale SA ADR
$16.36
+3.22%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $71.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vale SA ADR generates 35354% more annual revenue ($214.86B vs $606.04M). UAN leads profitability with a 16.3% profit margin vs 7.3%. UAN trades at a lower P/E of 14.3x. VALE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
UAN
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
VALE
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-56.5%
Fair Value
$70.28
Current Price
$133.27
$62.99 premium
Margin of Safety
+81.5%
Fair Value
$94.06
Current Price
$16.36
$77.70 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 35 in profit
Earnings expanding 1031.0% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Growing faster than its price suggests
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 28.1%
Earnings expanding 22.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Revenue declined 6.1%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Operating margin of -3.8%
2.7% revenue growth
ROE of 6.8% — below average capital efficiency
7.3% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : UAN
The strongest argument for UAN centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.3% and operating margin at -3.8%.
Bull Case : VALE
The strongest argument for VALE centers on PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Price/Book. PEG of 0.34 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : UAN
The primary concerns for UAN are Market Cap, Revenue Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : VALE
The primary concerns for VALE are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
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 0.89 — expect wider price swings.
VALE is growing revenue faster at 2.7% — sustainability is the question.
VALE generates stronger free cash flow (723M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VALE scores higher overall (67/100 vs 48/100). Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" 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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