Vale SA ADR (VALE)vsVista Gold Corporation (VGZ)
VALE
Vale SA ADR
$16.36
+3.22%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $71.41B
VGZ
Vista Gold Corporation
$2.05
-5.09%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $318.88M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
VALE leads profitability with a 7.3% profit margin vs 0.0%. VALE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
VALE
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
VGZ
Avoid19
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+81.5%
Fair Value
$93.77
Current Price
$16.36
$77.41 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for VGZ.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
2.7% revenue growth
ROE of 6.8% — below average capital efficiency
7.3% margin — thin
Trading at 17.1x book value
0.0% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : VGZ
VGZ has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : VALE
The primary concerns for VALE are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : VGZ
The primary concerns for VGZ are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
VGZ carries more volatility with a beta of 1.21 — 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.
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Bottom Line
VALE scores higher overall (67/100 vs 19/100). Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
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.
Vista Gold Corporation
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Vista Gold Corp. The company is headquartered in Littleton, Colorado.
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