Stepan Company (SCL)vsTeck Resources Ltd Class B (TECK)
SCL
Stepan Company
$68.41
+4.91%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.41B
TECK
Teck Resources Ltd Class B
$63.05
+1.22%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $31.70B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Teck Resources Ltd Class B generates 475% more annual revenue ($13.99B vs $2.43B). TECK leads profitability with a 17.8% profit margin vs -0.1%. SCL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.75. TECK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
SCL
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
TECK
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 101.6% YoY
15.0% revenue growth
Strong operational efficiency at 43.1%
Revenue surging 78.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 324.4% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -1.2% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Grey zone — moderate risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SCL
The strongest argument for SCL centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 15.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TECK
The strongest argument for TECK centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.8% and operating margin at 43.1%. Revenue growth of 78.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : SCL
The primary concerns for SCL are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : TECK
The primary concerns for TECK are Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SCL profiles as a turnaround stock while TECK is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TECK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.65 — expect wider price swings.
TECK is growing revenue faster at 78.2% — sustainability is the question.
TECK generates stronger free cash flow (726M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TECK scores higher overall (75/100 vs 58/100), backed by strong 17.8% margins and 78.2% revenue growth. 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.
Stepan Company
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Stepan Company produces and sells specialty and intermediate chemicals to other manufacturers for use in various end products in North America, Europe, Latin America, and Asia. The company is headquartered in Northfield, Illinois.
Teck Resources Ltd Class B
BASIC MATERIALS · COPPER · USA
Teck Resources Limited is dedicated to exploring, acquiring, developing and producing natural resources in Asia, Europe and North America. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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