Ero Copper Corp (ERO)vsStepan Company (SCL)
ERO
Ero Copper Corp
$32.19
-1.01%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $3.56B
SCL
Stepan Company
$68.41
+4.91%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Stepan Company generates 133% more annual revenue ($2.43B vs $1.04B). ERO leads profitability with a 29.8% profit margin vs -0.1%. ERO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
ERO
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
SCL
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-5.1%
Fair Value
$29.96
Current Price
$32.19
$2.23 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SCL.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 33 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 37.6%
Revenue surging 73.9% year-over-year
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 101.6% YoY
15.0% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
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 : ERO
The strongest argument for ERO centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.8% and operating margin at 37.6%. Revenue growth of 73.9% 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 : ERO
No major red flags identified for ERO, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : SCL
The primary concerns for SCL are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ERO profiles as a growth stock while SCL is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
ERO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.63 — expect wider price swings.
ERO is growing revenue faster at 73.9% — sustainability is the question.
ERO generates stronger free cash flow (52M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ERO scores higher overall (73/100 vs 58/100), backed by strong 29.8% margins and 73.9% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Ero Copper Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · COPPER · USA
Ero Copper Corp. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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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