MP Materials Corp (MP)vsSouthern Copper Corporation (SCCO)
MP
MP Materials Corp
$35.41
+4.95%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $7.31B
SCCO
Southern Copper Corporation
$167.27
+1.14%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $149.90B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southern Copper Corporation generates 4010% more annual revenue ($17.11B vs $416.25M). SCCO leads profitability with a 37.2% profit margin vs -14.6%. SCCO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
MP
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
SCCO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+18.9%
Fair Value
$43.68
Current Price
$35.41
$8.27 discount
Margin of Safety
-79.5%
Fair Value
$117.39
Current Price
$167.27
$49.88 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 119.7% year-over-year
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
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of -3.0% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 55.6%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Trading at 10.4x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MP
The strongest argument for MP centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 119.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : MP
The primary concerns for MP are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : SCCO
The primary concerns for SCCO are Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MP profiles as a hypergrowth stock while SCCO is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.99 — expect wider price swings.
MP is growing revenue faster at 119.7% — sustainability is the question.
SCCO generates stronger free cash flow (1.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SCCO scores higher overall (65/100 vs 30/100), backed by strong 37.2% margins and 39.1% revenue growth. MP offers better value entry with a 18.9% margin of safety. 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.
MP Materials Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
MP Materials Corp. The company is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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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