Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO)vsVisa Inc. Class A (V)
SCCO
Southern Copper Corporation
$185.29
+3.20%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $148.31B
V
Visa Inc. Class A
$318.79
-0.78%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $610.99B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Visa Inc. Class A generates 196% more annual revenue ($43.03B vs $14.55B). V leads profitability with a 51.7% profit margin vs 34.1%. V appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.71. V earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
SCCO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
V
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 46 in profit
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 58.3%
Revenue surging 36.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 66.7% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 60 in profit
Keeps 52 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 67.3%
17.1% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 35.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 13.0x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 15.9x book value
Grey zone — moderate risk
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 34.1% and operating margin at 58.3%. Revenue growth of 36.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : V
The strongest argument for V centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 51.7% and operating margin at 67.3%. Revenue growth of 17.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : SCCO
The primary concerns for SCCO are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : V
The primary concerns for V are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SCCO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.08 — expect wider price swings.
SCCO is growing revenue faster at 36.2% — sustainability is the question.
V generates stronger free cash flow (2.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor COPPER industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
V scores higher overall (72/100 vs 65/100), backed by strong 51.7% margins and 17.1% 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.
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FINANCIAL SERVICES · CREDIT SERVICES · USA
Visa Inc. is an American multinational financial services corporation headquartered in Foster City, California, United States. It facilitates electronic funds transfers throughout the world, most commonly through Visa-branded credit cards, debit cards and prepaid cards. Visa is one of the world's most valuable companies.
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