Century Aluminum Company (CENX)vsSouthern Copper Corporation (SCCO)
CENX
Century Aluminum Company
$42.66
-2.96%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $4.24B
SCCO
Southern Copper Corporation
$175.47
-1.95%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $153.26B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southern Copper Corporation generates 472% more annual revenue ($14.55B vs $2.54B). SCCO leads profitability with a 34.1% profit margin vs 13.7%. CENX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.06. CENX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B-).
CENX
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B-
SCCO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-83.7%
Fair Value
$29.09
Current Price
$42.66
$13.57 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SCCO.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Earnings expanding 1010.0% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 45 in profit
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 58.3%
Revenue surging 36.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 66.7% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
2.4% revenue growth
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 12.4x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : SCCO
The strongest argument for SCCO centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 34.1% and operating margin at 58.3%. Revenue growth of 36.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CENX
The primary concerns for CENX are Revenue Growth, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : SCCO
The primary concerns for SCCO are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CENX profiles as a value stock while SCCO is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CENX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.97 — expect wider price swings.
SCCO is growing revenue faster at 36.2% — sustainability is the question.
SCCO generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CENX scores higher overall (70/100 vs 65/100). 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.
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.
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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