Cemex SAB de CV ADR (CX)vsLoma Negra Compania Industrial Argentina SA ADR (LOMA)
CX
Cemex SAB de CV ADR
$9.71
+2.10%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $14.52B
LOMA
Loma Negra Compania Industrial Argentina SA ADR
$9.35
+0.21%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.12B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Loma Negra Compania Industrial Argentina SA ADR generates 4922% more annual revenue ($855.63B vs $17.04B). LOMA leads profitability with a 5.1% profit margin vs 2.8%. CX trades at a lower P/E of 28.7x. CX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
CX
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
LOMA
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+25.2%
Fair Value
$13.40
Current Price
$9.71
$3.69 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LOMA.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 1307.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Generating 8.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
0.0% earnings growth
ROE of 3.9% — below average capital efficiency
2.8% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.1% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CX
The strongest argument for CX centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 12.2% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.11 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : LOMA
The strongest argument for LOMA centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : CX
The primary concerns for CX are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Return on Equity. Thin 2.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : LOMA
The primary concerns for LOMA are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CX carries more volatility with a beta of 0.83 — expect wider price swings.
CX is growing revenue faster at 12.2% — sustainability is the question.
LOMA generates stronger free cash flow (8.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor BUILDING MATERIALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CX scores higher overall (59/100 vs 48/100) and 12.2% revenue growth. Both earn "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.
Cemex SAB de CV ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · BUILDING MATERIALS · USA
CEMEX, SAB de CV, produces, markets, distributes and sells cement, ready-mix concrete, aggregates, clinker and other construction materials worldwide. The company is headquartered in San Pedro Garza Garca, Mexico.
Loma Negra Compania Industrial Argentina SA ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · BUILDING MATERIALS · USA
Loma Negra Compaa Industrial Argentina Sociedad Annima, manufactures and markets cement and its derivatives in Argentina. The company is headquartered in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
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