American Resources Corp Class A (AREC)vsSouthern Copper Corporation (SCCO)
AREC
American Resources Corp Class A
$1.71
-0.58%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $186.13M
SCCO
Southern Copper Corporation
$175.47
-1.95%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $153.26B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southern Copper Corporation generates 15310328% more annual revenue ($14.55B vs $95,030). SCCO leads profitability with a 34.1% profit margin vs 0.0%. SCCO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
AREC
Avoid23
out of 100
Grade: F
SCCO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 147 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 45 in profit
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 58.3%
Revenue surging 36.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 66.7% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
0.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.0%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 12.4x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AREC
The strongest argument for AREC centers on Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, Price/Book.
Bull Case : SCCO
The strongest argument for SCCO centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 34.1% and operating margin at 58.3%. Revenue growth of 36.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AREC
The primary concerns for AREC are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : SCCO
The primary concerns for SCCO are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AREC profiles as a value stock while SCCO is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SCCO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.12 — expect wider price swings.
SCCO is growing revenue faster at 36.2% — sustainability is the question.
SCCO generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SCCO scores higher overall (65/100 vs 23/100), backed by strong 34.1% margins and 36.2% revenue growth. 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.
American Resources Corp Class A
BASIC MATERIALS · COKING COAL · USA
American Resources Corporation supplies raw materials for the global infrastructure market. The company is headquartered in Fishers, Indiana.
Southern Copper Corporation
BASIC MATERIALS · COPPER · USA
Southern Copper Corporation is engaged in the extraction, exploration, smelting and refining of copper and other minerals in Peru, Mexico, Argentina, Ecuador and Chile.
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