BHP Group Limited (BHP)vsCentury Aluminum Company (CENX)
BHP
BHP Group Limited
$85.78
-6.83%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $230.71B
CENX
Century Aluminum Company
$60.12
-9.50%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $6.06B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
BHP Group Limited generates 2023% more annual revenue ($53.99B vs $2.54B). BHP leads profitability with a 19.0% profit margin vs 13.7%. CENX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.06. CENX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
BHP
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
CENX
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for BHP.
Margin of Safety
-84.5%
Fair Value
$28.96
Current Price
$60.12
$31.16 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 43 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 40.7%
Earnings expanding 27.5% YoY
Generating 4.3B in free cash flow
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Earnings expanding 1010.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.4% revenue growth
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BHP
The strongest argument for BHP centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.0% and operating margin at 40.7%. Revenue growth of 10.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : CENX
The strongest argument for CENX centers on PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.06 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BHP
The primary concerns for BHP are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : CENX
The primary concerns for CENX are Revenue Growth, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BHP profiles as a mature stock while CENX is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CENX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.92 — expect wider price swings.
BHP is growing revenue faster at 10.8% — sustainability is the question.
BHP generates stronger free cash flow (4.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CENX scores higher overall (65/100 vs 62/100). Both earn "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.
BHP Group Limited
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
BHP Group engages in the natural resources business in Australia, Europe, China, Japan, India, South Korea, the rest of Asia, North America, South America and internationally. The company is headquartered in Melbourne, Australia.
Century Aluminum Company
BASIC MATERIALS · ALUMINUM · USA
Century Aluminum Company produces standard quality and value-added primary aluminum products in the United States and Iceland. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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