Materion Corporation (MTRN)vsTeck Resources Ltd Class B (TECK)
MTRN
Materion Corporation
$148.11
+4.71%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $3.07B
TECK
Teck Resources Ltd Class B
$50.36
+3.71%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $23.82B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Teck Resources Ltd Class B generates 502% more annual revenue ($10.76B vs $1.79B). TECK leads profitability with a 13.0% profit margin vs 4.2%. TECK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.96. TECK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
MTRN
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
TECK
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-50.3%
Fair Value
$104.54
Current Price
$148.11
$43.57 premium
Margin of Safety
+37.4%
Fair Value
$96.41
Current Price
$50.36
$46.05 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 32.6%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 42.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
4.2% margin — thin
Operating margin of 2.6%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 4.0% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MTRN
Revenue growth of 12.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.28 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : TECK
The strongest argument for TECK centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.96 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : MTRN
The primary concerns for MTRN are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 41.4x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : TECK
The primary concerns for TECK are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TECK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.53 — expect wider price swings.
MTRN is growing revenue faster at 12.1% — sustainability is the question.
TECK generates stronger free cash flow (294M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
TECK scores higher overall (73/100 vs 56/100). 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.
Materion Corporation
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
Materion Corporation (MTRN) is a leading provider of advanced materials solutions, focusing on the innovation and production of specialized materials crucial for industries such as aerospace, defense, telecommunications, and electronics. Renowned for its high-performance metal and alloy products, including beryllium and copper, Materion also offers specialty coatings that meet stringent industry standards. With a strong commitment to research and development and strategic collaborations, the company strengthens its competitive position while driving sustainable growth through innovative technologies and a diverse, customer-centric product portfolio.
Teck Resources Ltd Class B
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
Teck Resources Limited is dedicated to exploring, acquiring, developing and producing natural resources in Asia, Europe and North America. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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