Kenon Holdings (KEN)vsSouthern Copper Corporation (SCCO)
KEN
Kenon Holdings
$81.36
+1.74%
UTILITIES · Cap: $4.06B
SCCO
Southern Copper Corporation
$165.49
+3.51%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $131.83B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southern Copper Corporation generates 1633% more annual revenue ($13.42B vs $774.30M). KEN leads profitability with a 63.8% profit margin vs 32.3%. SCCO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
KEN
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
SCCO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for KEN.
Margin of Safety
+13.4%
Fair Value
$243.36
Current Price
$165.49
$77.87 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 64 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Every $100 of equity generates 43 in profit
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 54.5%
Revenue surging 39.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 60.4% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Earnings declined 95.6%
Operating margin of -1.0%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 12.4x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KEN
The strongest argument for KEN centers on Profit Margin, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 63.8% and operating margin at -1.0%.
Bull Case : SCCO
The strongest argument for SCCO centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.3% and operating margin at 54.5%. Revenue growth of 39.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : KEN
The primary concerns for KEN are EPS Growth, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : SCCO
The primary concerns for SCCO are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KEN profiles as a mature stock while SCCO is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SCCO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.08 — expect wider price swings.
SCCO is growing revenue faster at 39.0% — sustainability is the question.
SCCO generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SCCO scores higher overall (65/100 vs 44/100), backed by strong 32.3% margins and 39.0% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Kenon Holdings
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Kenon Holdings Ltd., is the owner, developer and operator of power generation facilities in Israel and internationally. The company is headquartered in Singapore.
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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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