Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO)vsSigma Lithium Resources Corp (SGML)
SCCO
Southern Copper Corporation
$193.91
-0.27%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $169.30B
SGML
Sigma Lithium Resources Corp
$8.30
-7.71%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $960.21M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southern Copper Corporation generates 10979% more annual revenue ($15.79B vs $142.49M). SCCO leads profitability with a 35.9% profit margin vs -19.3%. SCCO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
SCCO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
SGML
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Revenue surging 223.9% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 135.2% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 24.6%
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 13.2x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 11.4x book value
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -33.7% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : SGML
The strongest argument for SGML centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 223.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : SCCO
The primary concerns for SCCO are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : SGML
The primary concerns for SGML are Price/Book, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 3.26 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SCCO profiles as a growth stock while SGML is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SCCO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.13 — expect wider price swings.
SGML is growing revenue faster at 223.9% — 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 47/100), backed by strong 35.9% margins and 40.6% 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.
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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BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
Sigma Lithium Corporation is engaged in the exploration and development of lithium deposits in Brazil. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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