American Vanguard Corporation (AVD)vsSouthern Copper Corporation (SCCO)
AVD
American Vanguard Corporation
$1.14
+5.56%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $31.57M
SCCO
Southern Copper Corporation
$193.91
-0.27%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $169.30B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southern Copper Corporation generates 2994% more annual revenue ($15.79B vs $510.32M). SCCO leads profitability with a 35.9% profit margin vs -10.7%. AVD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.25. SCCO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
AVD
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
SCCO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 47 in profit
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 61.2%
Revenue surging 40.6% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 71.6% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 1.3%
Elevated debt levels
Moderate valuation
Trading at 13.2x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AVD
The strongest argument for AVD centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.25 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SCCO
The strongest argument for SCCO centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.9% and operating margin at 61.2%. Revenue growth of 40.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AVD
The primary concerns for AVD are Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Operating Margin. Debt-to-equity of 1.57 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : SCCO
The primary concerns for SCCO are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AVD profiles as a turnaround stock while SCCO is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
AVD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.50 — expect wider price swings.
SCCO is growing revenue faster at 40.6% — sustainability is the question.
SCCO generates stronger free cash flow (1.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SCCO scores higher overall (65/100 vs 44/100), backed by strong 35.9% margins and 40.6% revenue growth. 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.
American Vanguard Corporation
BASIC MATERIALS · AGRICULTURAL INPUTS · USA
American Vanguard Corporation develops, manufactures, and markets specialty chemicals for agricultural, commercial, and consumer uses in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Newport Beach, California.
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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