Cemex SAB de CV ADR (CX)vsJames Hardie Industries PLC ADR (JHX)
CX
Cemex SAB de CV ADR
$11.33
+0.27%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $17.40B
JHX
James Hardie Industries PLC ADR
$30.23
+7.96%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $15.26B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Cemex SAB de CV ADR generates 252% more annual revenue ($17.04B vs $4.84B). CX leads profitability with a 2.8% profit margin vs 2.1%. CX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.11. CX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
CX
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
JHX
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+12.3%
Fair Value
$13.47
Current Price
$11.33
$2.14 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for JHX.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Revenue surging 44.5% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
ROE of 3.9% — below average capital efficiency
2.8% margin — thin
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 1.6% — below average capital efficiency
2.1% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CX
The strongest argument for CX centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 12.2% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.11 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : JHX
The strongest argument for JHX centers on Revenue Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 44.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.19 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CX
The primary concerns for CX are EPS Growth, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 2.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : JHX
The primary concerns for JHX are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 138.4x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CX profiles as a value stock while JHX is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
JHX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.05 — expect wider price swings.
JHX is growing revenue faster at 44.5% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor BUILDING MATERIALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CX scores higher overall (56/100 vs 53/100) and 12.2% 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.
Cemex SAB de CV ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · BUILDING MATERIALS · USA
CEMEX, SAB de CV, produces, markets, distributes and sells cement, ready-mix concrete, aggregates, clinker and other construction materials worldwide. The company is headquartered in San Pedro Garza Garca, Mexico.
James Hardie Industries PLC ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · BUILDING MATERIALS · USA
James Hardie Industries plc manufactures and sells fiber cement, gypsum fiber and cement bonded construction products for interior and exterior building construction applications primarily in the United States, Australia, Europe, New Zealand, the Philippines and Canada. The company is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland.
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