MP Materials Corp (MP)vsSouthern Copper Corporation (SCCO)
MP
MP Materials Corp
$53.74
+0.84%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $9.47B
SCCO
Southern Copper Corporation
$165.49
+3.51%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $131.83B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southern Copper Corporation generates 4772% more annual revenue ($13.42B vs $275.46M). SCCO leads profitability with a 32.3% profit margin vs -31.2%. SCCO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
MP
Avoid29
out of 100
Grade: F
SCCO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MP.
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
Revenue surging 70.0% year-over-year
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
ROE of -5.0% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 55.6%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 12.4x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MP
The strongest argument for MP centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 70.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : MP
The primary concerns for MP are Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : SCCO
The primary concerns for SCCO are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MP profiles as a hypergrowth stock while SCCO is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.62 — expect wider price swings.
MP is growing revenue faster at 70.0% — 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 29/100), backed by strong 32.3% margins and 39.0% 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.
MP Materials Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
MP Materials Corp. The company is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Southern Copper Corporation
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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