Hudbay Minerals Inc. (HBM)vsTernium SA ADR (TX)
HBM
Hudbay Minerals Inc.
$21.98
+0.92%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $9.25B
TX
Ternium SA ADR
$48.07
-2.55%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $9.29B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ternium SA ADR generates 558% more annual revenue ($15.61B vs $2.37B). HBM leads profitability with a 27.8% profit margin vs 3.7%. TX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.13. HBM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
HBM
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
TX
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 40.0%
Earnings expanding 91.9% YoY
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 27.3% year-over-year
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 218.1% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
0.0% revenue growth
ROE of 4.7% — below average capital efficiency
3.7% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HBM
The strongest argument for HBM centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.8% and operating margin at 40.0%. Revenue growth of 27.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TX
The strongest argument for TX centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.13 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : HBM
The primary concerns for HBM are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : TX
The primary concerns for TX are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 3.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HBM profiles as a growth stock while TX is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
HBM carries more volatility with a beta of 2.25 — expect wider price swings.
HBM is growing revenue faster at 27.3% — sustainability is the question.
HBM generates stronger free cash flow (70M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HBM scores higher overall (77/100 vs 60/100), backed by strong 27.8% margins and 27.3% 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.
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 →Ternium SA ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · STEEL · USA
Ternium SA manufactures and processes various steel products in Mexico, Argentina, Paraguay, Chile, Bolivia, Uruguay, Brazil, the United States, Colombia, Guatemala, Costa Rica, Honduras, El Salvador and Nicaragua. The company is headquartered in Luxembourg City, Luxembourg.
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