BHP Group Limited (BHP)vsSteel Dynamics Inc (STLD)
BHP
BHP Group Limited
$87.15
-0.23%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $229.80B
STLD
Steel Dynamics Inc
$239.79
+1.14%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $34.44B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
BHP Group Limited generates 186% more annual revenue ($58.76B vs $20.54B). BHP leads profitability with a 16.7% profit margin vs 7.8%. BHP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 5.95. STLD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
BHP
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
STLD
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 37 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 43.3%
18.3% revenue growth
Generating 7.7B in free cash flow
Revenue surging 33.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 83.6% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 9.0%
7.8% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BHP
The strongest argument for BHP centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.7% and operating margin at 43.3%. Revenue growth of 18.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : STLD
The strongest argument for STLD centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 33.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BHP
The primary concerns for BHP are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : STLD
The primary concerns for STLD are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BHP profiles as a growth stock while STLD is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
STLD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.51 — expect wider price swings.
STLD is growing revenue faster at 33.4% — sustainability is the question.
BHP generates stronger free cash flow (7.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
STLD scores higher overall (66/100 vs 57/100) and 33.4% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
BHP Group Limited
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
BHP Group engages in the natural resources business in Australia, Europe, China, Japan, India, South Korea, the rest of Asia, North America, South America and internationally. The company is headquartered in Melbourne, Australia.
Steel Dynamics Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · STEEL · USA
Steel Dynamics, Inc., is a steel producer and metal recycler in the United States.
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