Cemex SAB de CV ADR (CX)vsLoma Negra Compania Industrial Argentina SA ADR (LOMA)
CX
Cemex SAB de CV ADR
$12.47
-1.15%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $18.73B
LOMA
Loma Negra Compania Industrial Argentina SA ADR
$11.91
-2.11%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.46B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Loma Negra Compania Industrial Argentina SA ADR generates 5043% more annual revenue ($850.48B vs $16.54B). LOMA leads profitability with a 4.3% profit margin vs 2.7%. CX trades at a lower P/E of 37.1x. CX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
CX
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
LOMA
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+4.0%
Fair Value
$13.11
Current Price
$12.47
$0.64 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LOMA.
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 44.0% YoY
Generating 7.9B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 3.5% — below average capital efficiency
2.7% margin — thin
Earnings declined 67.5%
1.1% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 3.4% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CX
The strongest argument for CX centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 11.2% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.11 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : LOMA
The strongest argument for LOMA centers on Debt/Equity, Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : CX
The primary concerns for CX are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 2.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : LOMA
The primary concerns for LOMA are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap. A P/E of 57.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CX carries more volatility with a beta of 0.83 — expect wider price swings.
CX is growing revenue faster at 11.2% — sustainability is the question.
LOMA generates stronger free cash flow (7.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor BUILDING MATERIALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CX scores higher overall (54/100 vs 48/100) and 11.2% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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.
Loma Negra Compania Industrial Argentina SA ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · BUILDING MATERIALS · USA
Loma Negra Compaa Industrial Argentina Sociedad Annima, manufactures and markets cement and its derivatives in Argentina. The company is headquartered in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
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