POSCO Holdings Inc (PKX)vsTernium SA ADR (TX)
PKX
POSCO Holdings Inc
$55.68
-3.01%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $16.84B
TX
Ternium SA ADR
$37.48
-1.08%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $7.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
POSCO Holdings Inc generates 442558% more annual revenue ($69.09T vs $15.61B). PKX leads profitability with a 95.0% profit margin vs 2.7%. TX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.13. TX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 47/100 (D+).
PKX
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
TX
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-611.5%
Fair Value
$9.18
Current Price
$55.68
$46.50 premium
Margin of Safety
-202.5%
Fair Value
$14.96
Current Price
$37.48
$22.52 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 82 in profit
Keeps 95 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 330.5B in free cash flow
Growing faster than its price suggests
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
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Revenue declined 5.4%
Earnings declined 2.3%
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 : PKX
The strongest argument for PKX centers on Price/Book, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 95.0% and operating margin at 7.0%. PEG of 0.89 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : PKX
The primary concerns for PKX are Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth. A P/E of 41.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
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
PKX profiles as a declining stock while TX is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
PKX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.55 — expect wider price swings.
TX is growing revenue faster at -2.6% — sustainability is the question.
PKX generates stronger free cash flow (330.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PKX scores higher overall (47/100 vs 47/100), backed by strong 95.0% margins. 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.
POSCO Holdings Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · STEEL · USA
POSCO manufactures and sells rolled products and steel plates in South Korea and internationally. The company is headquartered in Pohang, South Korea.
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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