Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO)vsGrupo Simec SAB de CV ADR (SIM)
SCCO
Southern Copper Corporation
$191.75
-1.11%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $169.30B
SIM
Grupo Simec SAB de CV ADR
$24.70
-4.49%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $4.29B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Grupo Simec SAB de CV ADR generates 100% more annual revenue ($31.64B vs $15.79B). SCCO leads profitability with a 35.9% profit margin vs 11.1%. 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
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SCCO.
Margin of Safety
+38.9%
Fair Value
$50.76
Current Price
$24.70
$26.06 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 47 in profit
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 61.2%
Revenue surging 40.6% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 71.6% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
15.6% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 30.9% YoY
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 13.1x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 4.4% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 35.9% and operating margin at 61.2%. Revenue growth of 40.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SIM
The strongest argument for SIM centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 15.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SCCO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.13 — expect wider price swings.
SCCO is growing revenue faster at 40.6% — sustainability is the question.
SCCO generates stronger free cash flow (1.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor COPPER industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SCCO scores higher overall (65/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 35.9% margins and 40.6% revenue growth. SIM offers better value entry with a 38.9% 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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