Northwest Pipe Company (NWPX)vsTernium SA ADR (TX)
NWPX
Northwest Pipe Company
$78.68
+3.47%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $730.72M
TX
Ternium SA ADR
$39.57
+1.67%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $7.64B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ternium SA ADR generates 2867% more annual revenue ($15.61B vs $526.00M). NWPX leads profitability with a 6.7% profit margin vs 2.7%. TX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.13. NWPX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (C-).
NWPX
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
TX
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-210.7%
Fair Value
$24.21
Current Price
$78.68
$54.47 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
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
6.7% margin — thin
Earnings declined 9.7%
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 : NWPX
The strongest argument for NWPX centers on Price/Book.
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 : NWPX
The primary concerns for NWPX are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Profit Margin.
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
TX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.19 — expect wider price swings.
NWPX is growing revenue faster at 5.0% — sustainability is the question.
TX generates stronger free cash flow (65M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor STEEL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
NWPX scores higher overall (50/100 vs 47/100). Both earn "Buy" 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.
Northwest Pipe Company
BASIC MATERIALS · STEEL · USA
Northwest Pipe Company manufactures and supplies engineered welded steel pipe systems in North America. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Washington.
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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