Hudbay Minerals Inc. (HBM)vsSterling Construction Company Inc (STRL)
HBM
Hudbay Minerals Inc.
$30.13
-2.06%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $11.05B
STRL
Sterling Construction Company Inc
$882.43
-11.20%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $26.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sterling Construction Company Inc generates 22% more annual revenue ($2.88B vs $2.37B). HBM leads profitability with a 27.8% profit margin vs 12.0%. STRL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.47. HBM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
HBM
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
STRL
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 40.0%
Earnings expanding 91.9% YoY
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Revenue surging 27.3% year-over-year
Revenue surging 91.6% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 141.4% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 24.4x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HBM
The strongest argument for HBM centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.8% and operating margin at 40.0%. Revenue growth of 27.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : STRL
The strongest argument for STRL centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Return on Equity. Revenue growth of 91.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.47 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : HBM
The primary concerns for HBM are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : STRL
The primary concerns for STRL are P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 76.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HBM carries more volatility with a beta of 2.21 — expect wider price swings.
STRL is growing revenue faster at 91.6% — sustainability is the question.
STRL generates stronger free cash flow (146M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor COPPER industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
HBM scores higher overall (73/100 vs 69/100), backed by strong 27.8% margins and 27.3% 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.
Hudbay Minerals Inc.
BASIC MATERIALS · COPPER · USA
Hudbay Minerals Inc., a diversified mining company, focuses on the discovery, production and marketing of base and precious metals in North and South America. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
Visit Website →Sterling Construction Company Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Sterling Construction Company, Inc., a construction company, engages in residential construction, specialty services, and heavy civil activities primarily in the southern United States, the Rocky Mountain states, California, and Hawaii. The company is headquartered in The Woodlands, Texas.
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