Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO)vsTernium SA ADR (TX)
SCCO
Southern Copper Corporation
$167.27
+1.14%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $149.90B
TX
Ternium SA ADR
$49.16
+1.07%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $10.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southern Copper Corporation generates 2% more annual revenue ($17.11B vs $16.69B). SCCO leads profitability with a 37.2% profit margin vs 5.7%. TX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.13. TX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
SCCO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
TX
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-79.2%
Fair Value
$117.56
Current Price
$167.27
$49.71 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TX.
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 1256.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
17.4% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Trading at 10.4x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 5.7% — below average capital efficiency
5.7% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
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 : TX
The strongest argument for TX centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 17.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.13 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : SCCO
The primary concerns for SCCO are Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : TX
The primary concerns for TX are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
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.
Monitor COPPER industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
TX scores higher overall (72/100 vs 65/100) and 17.4% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Visit Website →Ternium SA ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · STEEL · USA
Ternium SA manufactures and processes various steel products in Mexico, Argentina, Paraguay, Chile, Bolivia, Uruguay, Brazil, the United States, Colombia, Guatemala, Costa Rica, Honduras, El Salvador and Nicaragua. The company is headquartered in Luxembourg City, Luxembourg.
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