Century Aluminum Company (CENX)vsSouthern Copper Corporation (SCCO)
CENX
Century Aluminum Company
$33.47
+11.31%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $3.43B
SCCO
Southern Copper Corporation
$167.27
+1.14%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $149.90B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southern Copper Corporation generates 541% more annual revenue ($17.11B vs $2.67B). SCCO leads profitability with a 37.2% profit margin vs 22.6%. CENX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.06. CENX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 84/100 (A-).
CENX
Exceptional Buy84
out of 100
Grade: A-
SCCO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-74.1%
Fair Value
$30.69
Current Price
$33.47
$2.78 premium
Margin of Safety
-79.5%
Fair Value
$117.39
Current Price
$167.27
$49.88 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Earnings expanding 1010.0% YoY
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 47 in profit
Keeps 37 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 59.9%
Revenue surging 39.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 66.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Trading at 10.4x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CENX
The strongest argument for CENX centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.6% and operating margin at 28.1%. Revenue growth of 19.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SCCO
The strongest argument for SCCO centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 37.2% and operating margin at 59.9%. Revenue growth of 39.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CENX
The primary concerns for CENX are Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : SCCO
The primary concerns for SCCO are Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CENX carries more volatility with a beta of 2.08 — expect wider price swings.
SCCO is growing revenue faster at 39.1% — sustainability is the question.
SCCO generates stronger free cash flow (1.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor ALUMINUM industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CENX scores higher overall (84/100 vs 65/100), backed by strong 22.6% margins and 19.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" and "Strong 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.
Century Aluminum Company
BASIC MATERIALS · ALUMINUM · USA
Century Aluminum Company produces standard quality and value-added primary aluminum products in the United States and Iceland. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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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