McEwen Mining Inc. (MUX)vsSouthern Copper Corporation (SCCO)
MUX
McEwen Mining Inc.
$15.65
+1.62%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $970.18M
SCCO
Southern Copper Corporation
$193.91
-0.27%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $169.30B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southern Copper Corporation generates 6255% more annual revenue ($15.79B vs $248.44M). SCCO leads profitability with a 35.9% profit margin vs 32.5%. MUX trades at a lower P/E of 12.9x. SCCO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
MUX
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
SCCO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 156.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Revenue surging 26.8% year-over-year
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
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Operating margin of -5.9%
Moderate valuation
Trading at 13.2x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MUX
The strongest argument for MUX centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.5% and operating margin at -5.9%. Revenue growth of 26.8% 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 35.9% and operating margin at 61.2%. Revenue growth of 40.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MUX
The primary concerns for MUX are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : SCCO
The primary concerns for SCCO are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MUX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.26 — 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.
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Bottom Line
SCCO scores higher overall (65/100 vs 58/100), backed by strong 35.9% margins and 40.6% 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.
McEwen Mining Inc.
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER PRECIOUS METALS & MINING · USA
McEwen Mining Inc. is engaged in the exploration, development, production and sale of gold and silver deposits in the United States, Canada, Mexico and Argentina. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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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