Hudbay Minerals Inc. (HBM)vsTronox Holdings PLC (TROX)
HBM
Hudbay Minerals Inc.
$23.60
+0.90%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $10.49B
TROX
Tronox Holdings PLC
$3.73
+1.22%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $552.56M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Tronox Holdings PLC generates 24% more annual revenue ($3.06B vs $2.47B). HBM leads profitability with a 27.5% profit margin vs -19.2%. HBM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B-).
HBM
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B-
TROX
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for HBM.
Margin of Safety
+75.5%
Fair Value
$34.32
Current Price
$3.73
$30.59 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 32.6%
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
17.7% revenue growth
Reasonable price relative to book value
18.7% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 48.2% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -47.3% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HBM
The strongest argument for HBM centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.5% and operating margin at 32.6%. Revenue growth of 17.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TROX
The strongest argument for TROX centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 18.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HBM
The primary concerns for HBM are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : TROX
The primary concerns for TROX are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.90 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HBM carries more volatility with a beta of 2.33 — expect wider price swings.
TROX is growing revenue faster at 18.7% — sustainability is the question.
HBM generates stronger free cash flow (108M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor COPPER industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
HBM scores higher overall (70/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 27.5% margins and 17.7% revenue growth. TROX offers better value entry with a 75.5% margin of safety. 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.
Hudbay Minerals Inc.
BASIC MATERIALS · COPPER · USA
Hudbay Minerals Inc., a diversified mining company, focuses on the discovery, production and marketing of base and precious metals in North and South America. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
Visit Website →Tronox Holdings PLC
BASIC MATERIALS · CHEMICALS · USA
Tronox Holdings plc is a vertically integrated manufacturer of TiO2 pigment in North America, South and Central America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific. The company is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut.
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