Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO)vsGrupo Simec SAB de CV ADR (SIM)
SCCO
Southern Copper Corporation
$175.47
-1.95%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $153.26B
SIM
Grupo Simec SAB de CV ADR
$27.50
-3.51%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $4.58B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Grupo Simec SAB de CV ADR generates 110% more annual revenue ($30.54B vs $14.55B). SCCO leads profitability with a 34.1% profit margin vs 6.3%. SIM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 4.43. SCCO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
SCCO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
SIM
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SCCO.
Margin of Safety
+37.9%
Fair Value
$49.88
Current Price
$27.50
$22.38 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 45 in profit
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 58.3%
Revenue surging 36.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 66.7% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Earnings expanding 30.9% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 12.4x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.2% revenue growth
ROE of 4.4% — below average capital efficiency
6.3% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SCCO
The strongest argument for SCCO centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 34.1% and operating margin at 58.3%. Revenue growth of 36.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SIM
The strongest argument for SIM centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : SCCO
The primary concerns for SCCO are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : SIM
The primary concerns for SIM are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SCCO profiles as a growth stock while SIM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SCCO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.12 — expect wider price swings.
SCCO is growing revenue faster at 36.2% — sustainability is the question.
SCCO generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SCCO scores higher overall (65/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 34.1% margins and 36.2% revenue growth. SIM offers better value entry with a 37.9% margin of safety. 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.
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.
Visit Website →Grupo Simec SAB de CV ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · STEEL · USA
Grupo Simec, SAB de CV manufactures, processes and distributes steel and steel alloys with special bar quality (SBQ) in Mexico, the United States, Brazil, Canada and internationally. The company is headquartered in Guadalajara, Mexico.
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