Kaiser Aluminum Corporation (KALU)vsTeck Resources Ltd Class B (TECK)
KALU
Kaiser Aluminum Corporation
$118.22
+3.74%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.92B
TECK
Teck Resources Ltd Class B
$50.36
+3.71%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $23.82B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Teck Resources Ltd Class B generates 219% more annual revenue ($10.76B vs $3.37B). TECK leads profitability with a 13.0% profit margin vs 3.3%. TECK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.96. TECK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
KALU
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
TECK
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+54.3%
Fair Value
$316.84
Current Price
$118.22
$198.62 discount
Margin of Safety
+37.4%
Fair Value
$96.41
Current Price
$50.36
$46.05 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 21.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 39.7% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 32.6%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 42.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
3.3% margin — thin
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 4.0% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KALU
The strongest argument for KALU centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 21.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.17 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : TECK
The strongest argument for TECK centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.96 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : KALU
The primary concerns for KALU are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Free Cash Flow. Thin 3.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : TECK
The primary concerns for TECK are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KALU profiles as a growth stock while TECK is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
TECK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.53 — expect wider price swings.
KALU is growing revenue faster at 21.4% — sustainability is the question.
TECK generates stronger free cash flow (294M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TECK scores higher overall (73/100 vs 66/100). KALU offers better value entry with a 54.3% margin of safety. 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.
Kaiser Aluminum Corporation
BASIC MATERIALS · ALUMINUM · USA
Kaiser Aluminum Corporation manufactures and sells specialty semi-finished aluminum mill products. The company is headquartered in Foothill Ranch, California.
Teck Resources Ltd Class B
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
Teck Resources Limited is dedicated to exploring, acquiring, developing and producing natural resources in Asia, Europe and North America. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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