i-80 Gold Corp. (IAUX)vsSouthern Copper Corporation (SCCO)
IAUX
i-80 Gold Corp.
$1.39
-5.44%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.26B
SCCO
Southern Copper Corporation
$177.53
-7.42%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $169.30B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southern Copper Corporation generates 12040% more annual revenue ($15.79B vs $130.05M). SCCO leads profitability with a 35.9% profit margin vs -198.8%. SCCO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
IAUX
Avoid17
out of 100
Grade: F
SCCO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Every $100 of equity generates 47 in profit
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 61.2%
Revenue surging 40.6% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 71.6% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
ROE of -79.0% — below average capital efficiency
Moderate valuation
Trading at 12.1x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : IAUX
IAUX has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bull Case : SCCO
The strongest argument for SCCO centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.9% and operating margin at 61.2%. Revenue growth of 40.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : IAUX
The primary concerns for IAUX are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.72 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : SCCO
The primary concerns for SCCO are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IAUX profiles as a turnaround stock while SCCO is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
IAUX carries more volatility with a beta of 2.21 — expect wider price swings.
SCCO is growing revenue faster at 40.6% — sustainability is the question.
SCCO generates stronger free cash flow (1.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SCCO scores higher overall (65/100 vs 17/100), backed by strong 35.9% margins and 40.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
i-80 Gold Corp.
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
I-80 Gold Corporation. The company is headquartered in Reno, Nevada.
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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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