BHP Group Limited (BHP)vsStepan Company (SCL)
BHP
BHP Group Limited
$87.15
-0.23%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $229.80B
SCL
Stepan Company
$61.57
-0.15%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.40B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
BHP Group Limited generates 2315% more annual revenue ($58.76B vs $2.43B). BHP leads profitability with a 16.7% profit margin vs -0.1%. SCL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.75. SCL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
BHP
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
SCL
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 37 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 43.3%
18.3% revenue growth
Generating 7.7B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 101.6% YoY
15.0% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 9.0%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -1.2% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 16.7% and operating margin at 43.3%. Revenue growth of 18.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SCL
The strongest argument for SCL centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 15.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BHP
The primary concerns for BHP are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : SCL
The primary concerns for SCL are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BHP profiles as a growth stock while SCL is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
SCL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.94 — expect wider price swings.
BHP is growing revenue faster at 18.3% — sustainability is the question.
BHP generates stronger free cash flow (7.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SCL scores higher overall (58/100 vs 57/100) and 15.0% revenue growth. 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.
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.
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