Oil-Dri Corporation Of America (ODC)vsSouthern Copper Corporation (SCCO)
ODC
Oil-Dri Corporation Of America
$71.45
-2.47%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.10B
SCCO
Southern Copper Corporation
$177.53
-7.42%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $149.90B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southern Copper Corporation generates 3364% more annual revenue ($17.11B vs $493.84M). SCCO leads profitability with a 37.2% profit margin vs 11.5%. ODC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 4.08. SCCO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
ODC
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
SCCO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-22.1%
Fair Value
$54.18
Current Price
$71.45
$17.27 premium
Margin of Safety
-79.5%
Fair Value
$117.39
Current Price
$177.53
$60.14 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Every $100 of equity generates 47 in profit
Keeps 37 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 59.9%
Revenue surging 39.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 66.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
3.3% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 11.1x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ODC
The strongest argument for ODC centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : SCCO
The strongest argument for SCCO centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 37.2% and operating margin at 59.9%. Revenue growth of 39.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ODC
The primary concerns for ODC are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : SCCO
The primary concerns for SCCO are Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ODC profiles as a value stock while SCCO is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SCCO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.13 — expect wider price swings.
SCCO is growing revenue faster at 39.1% — 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 53/100), backed by strong 37.2% margins and 39.1% 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.
Oil-Dri Corporation Of America
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Oil-Dri Corporation of America, develops, manufactures and markets absorbent products in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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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