Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO)vsZK International Group Co Ltd (ZKIN)
SCCO
Southern Copper Corporation
$191.75
-1.11%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $169.30B
ZKIN
ZK International Group Co Ltd
$1.40
-7.28%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $87.43M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southern Copper Corporation generates 21753% more annual revenue ($15.79B vs $72.24M). SCCO leads profitability with a 35.9% profit margin vs -28.0%. SCCO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
SCCO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
ZKIN
Avoid24
out of 100
Grade: F
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 13.1x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -273.3% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 43.5%
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 : ZKIN
The strongest argument for ZKIN centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : SCCO
The primary concerns for SCCO are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : ZKIN
The primary concerns for ZKIN are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SCCO profiles as a growth stock while ZKIN is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
ZKIN carries more volatility with a beta of 2.11 — expect wider price swings.
SCCO is growing revenue faster at 40.6% — 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 24/100), backed by strong 35.9% margins and 40.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" 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 · STEEL · China
ZK International Group Co., Ltd. is engaged in the design, production and sale of thin wall stainless steel, carbon steel and double press pipes and fittings in the People's Republic of China. The company is headquartered in Wenzhou, the People's Republic of China.
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