Metallus, Inc (MTUS)vsTernium SA ADR (TX)
MTUS
Metallus, Inc
$19.24
+0.26%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $811.99M
TX
Ternium SA ADR
$57.90
+0.50%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $11.38B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ternium SA ADR generates 1209% more annual revenue ($16.00B vs $1.22B). TX leads profitability with a 4.4% profit margin vs 0.7%. TX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.13. TX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
MTUS
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
TX
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-52.0%
Fair Value
$14.15
Current Price
$19.24
$5.09 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TX.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 138.4% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 59.5% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 1.2% — below average capital efficiency
0.7% margin — thin
ROE of 4.7% — below average capital efficiency
4.4% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MTUS
The strongest argument for MTUS centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 12.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TX
The strongest argument for TX centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.13 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : MTUS
The primary concerns for MTUS are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity. A P/E of 103.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : TX
The primary concerns for TX are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Thin 4.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MTUS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.37 — expect wider price swings.
MTUS is growing revenue faster at 12.0% — sustainability is the question.
MTUS generates stronger free cash flow (-2M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor STEEL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
TX scores higher overall (68/100 vs 60/100). 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.
Metallus, Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · STEEL · USA
Metallus Inc. manufactures and sells alloy steel, and carbon and micro-alloy steel products in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Canton, Ohio.
Visit Website →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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