Alcoa Corp (AA)vsSouthern Copper Corporation (SCCO)
AA
Alcoa Corp
$44.72
+0.18%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $11.78B
SCCO
Southern Copper Corporation
$198.06
+1.21%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $163.37B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southern Copper Corporation generates 16% more annual revenue ($15.79B vs $13.60B). SCCO leads profitability with a 35.9% profit margin vs 9.4%. SCCO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 5.41. AA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
AA
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
SCCO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-64.9%
Fair Value
$27.07
Current Price
$44.72
$17.65 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SCCO.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Revenue surging 31.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 146.8% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 45 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
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 13.5x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AA
The strongest argument for AA centers on P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 31.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull 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.
Bear Case : AA
The primary concerns for AA are Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : SCCO
The primary concerns for SCCO are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AA profiles as a hypergrowth stock while SCCO is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
AA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.63 — expect wider price swings.
SCCO is growing revenue faster at 40.6% — sustainability is the question.
SCCO generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AA scores higher overall (76/100 vs 65/100) and 31.4% 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.
Alcoa Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · ALUMINUM · USA
Alcoa Corporation produces and sells bauxite, alumina, and aluminum products in the United States, Spain, Australia, Brazil, Canada, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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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