Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO)vsUfp Industries Inc (UFPI)
SCCO
Southern Copper Corporation
$176.84
+1.93%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $149.90B
UFPI
Ufp Industries Inc
$86.31
+6.35%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $4.50B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southern Copper Corporation generates 174% more annual revenue ($17.11B vs $6.23B). SCCO leads profitability with a 37.2% profit margin vs 4.0%. UFPI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.67. SCCO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
SCCO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
UFPI
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
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
-16.1%
Fair Value
$99.48
Current Price
$86.31
$13.17 premium
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
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Trading at 11.0x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.6% revenue growth
4.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : UFPI
The strongest argument for UFPI centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, Price/Book.
Bear Case : SCCO
The primary concerns for SCCO are Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : UFPI
The primary concerns for UFPI are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Thin 4.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SCCO profiles as a growth stock while UFPI is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
UFPI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.22 — 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 48/100), backed by strong 37.2% margins and 39.1% 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.
Visit Website →Ufp Industries Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · LUMBER & WOOD PRODUCTION · USA
UFP Industries, Inc. designs, manufactures and markets wood and wood alternatives in North America, Europe, Asia and Australia. The company is headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
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