Mesabi Trust (MSB)vsTernium SA ADR (TX)
MSB
Mesabi Trust
$31.29
+0.06%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $398.32M
TX
Ternium SA ADR
$39.57
+1.67%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $7.64B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ternium SA ADR generates 74998% more annual revenue ($15.61B vs $20.79M). MSB leads profitability with a 82.8% profit margin vs 2.7%. TX trades at a lower P/E of 17.7x. TX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 47/100 (D+).
MSB
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
TX
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-287.1%
Fair Value
$8.91
Current Price
$31.29
$22.38 premium
Margin of Safety
-202.5%
Fair Value
$14.96
Current Price
$39.57
$24.61 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 83 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 77.1%
Every $100 of equity generates 30 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Trading at 19.4x book value
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Revenue declined 54.1%
Earnings declined 96.5%
ROE of 1.9% — below average capital efficiency
2.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.7%
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MSB
The strongest argument for MSB centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 82.8% and operating margin at 77.1%.
Bull Case : TX
The strongest argument for TX centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score. PEG of 0.13 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : MSB
The primary concerns for MSB are Price/Book, Market Cap, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : TX
The primary concerns for TX are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 2.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MSB profiles as a declining stock while TX is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
TX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.19 — expect wider price swings.
TX is growing revenue faster at -2.6% — sustainability is the question.
TX generates stronger free cash flow (65M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TX scores higher overall (47/100 vs 43/100). Both earn "Hold" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Mesabi Trust
BASIC MATERIALS · STEEL · USA
Mesabi Trust, a royalty trust, is in the iron ore mining business in the United States. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
Ternium SA ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · STEEL · USA
Ternium SA manufactures and processes various steel products in Mexico, Argentina, Paraguay, Chile, Bolivia, Uruguay, Brazil, the United States, Colombia, Guatemala, Costa Rica, Honduras, El Salvador and Nicaragua. The company is headquartered in Luxembourg City, Luxembourg.
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