Hycroft Mining Holding Corporation (HYMC)vsSouthern Copper Corporation (SCCO)
HYMC
Hycroft Mining Holding Corporation
$27.07
+1.88%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.47B
SCCO
Southern Copper Corporation
$184.61
-1.59%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $162.83B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southern Copper Corporation generates 137494% more annual revenue ($15.79B vs $11.47M). SCCO leads profitability with a 35.9% profit margin vs 0.0%. SCCO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
HYMC
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
SCCO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Every $100 of equity generates 45 in profit
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 61.2%
Revenue surging 40.6% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 71.6% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Trading at 10.1x book value
0.0% earnings growth
0.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.0%
Moderate valuation
Trading at 12.4x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HYMC
The strongest argument for HYMC centers on Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : SCCO
The strongest argument for SCCO centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.9% and operating margin at 61.2%. Revenue growth of 40.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HYMC
The primary concerns for HYMC are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : SCCO
The primary concerns for SCCO are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HYMC profiles as a value stock while SCCO is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
HYMC carries more volatility with a beta of 2.83 — expect wider price swings.
SCCO is growing revenue faster at 40.6% — sustainability is the question.
SCCO generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SCCO scores higher overall (65/100 vs 30/100), backed by strong 35.9% margins and 40.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Hycroft Mining Holding Corporation
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Hycroft Mining Holding Corporation, is a gold and silver producer in the United States. The company is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.
Southern Copper Corporation
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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