Axalta Coating Systems Ltd (AXTA)vsSouthern Copper Corporation (SCCO)
AXTA
Axalta Coating Systems Ltd
$34.64
+0.35%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $7.16B
SCCO
Southern Copper Corporation
$193.91
-0.27%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $169.30B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southern Copper Corporation generates 207% more annual revenue ($15.79B vs $5.15B). SCCO leads profitability with a 35.9% profit margin vs 6.8%. AXTA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.04. SCCO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
AXTA
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
SCCO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-20.9%
Fair Value
$27.77
Current Price
$34.64
$6.87 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SCCO.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.1% revenue growth
Grey zone — moderate risk
6.8% margin — thin
Moderate valuation
Trading at 13.2x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AXTA
The strongest argument for AXTA 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 : AXTA
The primary concerns for AXTA are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : SCCO
The primary concerns for SCCO are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AXTA profiles as a value stock while SCCO is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
AXTA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.26 — 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 51/100), backed by strong 35.9% margins and 40.6% 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.
Axalta Coating Systems Ltd
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Axalta Coating Systems Ltd. manufactures, markets and distributes high performance coating systems in North America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia Pacific and Latin America. The company is headquartered in Philadelphia, 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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