Linde plc Ordinary Shares (LIN)vsSouthern Copper Corporation (SCCO)
LIN
Linde plc Ordinary Shares
$522.49
-0.77%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $236.08B
SCCO
Southern Copper Corporation
$168.21
-2.55%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $149.90B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Linde plc Ordinary Shares generates 112% more annual revenue ($36.24B vs $17.11B). SCCO leads profitability with a 37.2% profit margin vs 19.3%. LIN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.00. SCCO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
LIN
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
SCCO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-61.9%
Fair Value
$318.30
Current Price
$522.49
$204.19 premium
Margin of Safety
-79.2%
Fair Value
$117.56
Current Price
$168.21
$50.65 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 28.0%
Generating 1.8B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 47 in profit
Keeps 37 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 59.9%
Revenue surging 39.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 66.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 10.5%
Trading at 10.5x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LIN
The strongest argument for LIN centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Free Cash Flow. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.3% and operating margin at 28.0%.
Bull Case : SCCO
The strongest argument for SCCO centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 37.2% and operating margin at 59.9%. Revenue growth of 39.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : LIN
The primary concerns for LIN are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : SCCO
The primary concerns for SCCO are Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LIN profiles as a mature stock while SCCO is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SCCO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.13 — expect wider price swings.
SCCO is growing revenue faster at 39.1% — sustainability is the question.
LIN generates stronger free cash flow (1.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SCCO scores higher overall (65/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 37.2% margins and 39.1% 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.
Linde plc Ordinary Shares
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Linde plc is a multinational chemical company. It is the largest industrial gas company by market share and revenue. It serves customers in the healthcare, petroleum refining, manufacturing, food, beverage carbonation, fiber-optics, steel making, aerospace, chemicals, electronics and water treatment industries. The company's primary business is the manufacturing and distribution of atmospheric gases, including oxygen, nitrogen, argon, rare gases, and process gases, including carbon dioxide, helium, hydrogen, electronic gases, specialty gases, and acetylene.
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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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