Cemex SAB de CV ADR (CX)vsLoma Negra Compania Industrial Argentina SA ADR (LOMA)
CX
Cemex SAB de CV ADR
$10.64
-1.60%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $16.00B
LOMA
Loma Negra Compania Industrial Argentina SA ADR
$8.67
-1.92%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.03B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Loma Negra Compania Industrial Argentina SA ADR generates 4773% more annual revenue ($847.11B vs $17.38B). LOMA leads profitability with a 8.4% profit margin vs 3.6%. LOMA trades at a lower P/E of 19.2x. CX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
CX
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
LOMA
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+20.6%
Fair Value
$13.57
Current Price
$10.64
$2.93 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
Earnings expanding 55.4% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 1307.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Revenue surging 29.1% year-over-year
Generating 8.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
ROE of 4.9% — below average capital efficiency
3.6% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 3.4% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CX
The strongest argument for CX centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. 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. Revenue growth of 29.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CX
The primary concerns for CX are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 69.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : LOMA
The primary concerns for LOMA are Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CX profiles as a value stock while LOMA is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CX carries more volatility with a beta of 0.70 — expect wider price swings.
LOMA is growing revenue faster at 29.1% — sustainability is the question.
LOMA generates stronger free cash flow (8.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CX scores higher overall (67/100 vs 56/100). 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.
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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