Eldorado Gold Corp (EGO)vsSouthern Copper Corporation (SCCO)
EGO
Eldorado Gold Corp
$32.70
+2.28%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $7.22B
SCCO
Southern Copper Corporation
$175.47
-1.95%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $153.26B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southern Copper Corporation generates 629% more annual revenue ($14.55B vs $2.00B). SCCO leads profitability with a 34.1% profit margin vs 28.6%. SCCO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 5.41. EGO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
EGO
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
SCCO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-1.0%
Fair Value
$32.21
Current Price
$32.70
$0.49 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SCCO.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 48.8%
Revenue surging 49.9% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 97.9% YoY
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : EGO
The strongest argument for EGO centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.6% and operating margin at 48.8%. Revenue growth of 49.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : EGO
The primary concerns for EGO are PEG Ratio, 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
EGO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.40 — expect wider price swings.
EGO is growing revenue faster at 49.9% — sustainability is the question.
SCCO generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor GOLD industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
EGO scores higher overall (76/100 vs 65/100), backed by strong 28.6% margins and 49.9% revenue growth. 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.
Eldorado Gold Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
discovery, acquisition, financing, development, production, sale and recovery of mineral products, mainly in Turkey, Canada, Greece, Brazil and Romania. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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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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