Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO)vsTaseko Mines Ltd (TGB)
SCCO
Southern Copper Corporation
$176.84
+1.93%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $149.90B
TGB
Taseko Mines Ltd
$7.00
-7.41%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.69B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southern Copper Corporation generates 1636% more annual revenue ($17.11B vs $985.32M). SCCO leads profitability with a 37.2% profit margin vs 1.6%. TGB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.33. SCCO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
SCCO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
TGB
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-79.5%
Fair Value
$117.39
Current Price
$176.84
$59.45 premium
Margin of Safety
+20.4%
Fair Value
$9.25
Current Price
$7.00
$2.25 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 184.8% year-over-year
Strong operational efficiency at 22.5%
Areas to Watch
Trading at 11.0x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 1.9% — below average capital efficiency
1.6% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 37.2% and operating margin at 59.9%. Revenue growth of 39.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TGB
The strongest argument for TGB centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 184.8% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.33 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : SCCO
The primary concerns for SCCO are Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : TGB
The primary concerns for TGB are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 368.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SCCO profiles as a growth stock while TGB is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TGB carries more volatility with a beta of 2.09 — expect wider price swings.
TGB is growing revenue faster at 184.8% — 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 55/100), backed by strong 37.2% margins and 39.1% revenue growth. TGB offers better value entry with a 20.4% margin of safety. 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.
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 · COPPER · USA
Taseko Mines Limited, a mining company, acquires, develops and operates mineral properties. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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