Algoma Steel Group Inc (ASTL)vsSouthern Copper Corporation (SCCO)
ASTL
Algoma Steel Group Inc
$4.28
-4.04%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $444.74M
SCCO
Southern Copper Corporation
$184.61
-1.59%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $162.83B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southern Copper Corporation generates 923% more annual revenue ($15.79B vs $1.54B). SCCO leads profitability with a 35.9% profit margin vs -71.6%. SCCO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
ASTL
Avoid32
out of 100
Grade: F
SCCO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -373.7% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 54.6%
Moderate valuation
Trading at 12.4x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ASTL
The strongest argument for ASTL centers on Price/Book.
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 : ASTL
The primary concerns for ASTL are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 3.68 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : SCCO
The primary concerns for SCCO are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ASTL profiles as a turnaround stock while SCCO is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ASTL 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
SCCO scores higher overall (65/100 vs 32/100), 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.
Algoma Steel Group Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · STEEL · USA
Algoma Steel Group Inc. produces and sells steel products in Canada and the United States.
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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