Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO)vsSolstice Advanced Materials, Inc (SOLS)
SCCO
Southern Copper Corporation
$193.91
-0.27%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $169.30B
SOLS
Solstice Advanced Materials, Inc
$63.25
+0.44%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $9.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southern Copper Corporation generates 286% more annual revenue ($15.79B vs $4.09B). SCCO leads profitability with a 35.9% profit margin vs 5.1%. SOLS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.51. SCCO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
SCCO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
SOLS
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 22.8% YoY
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 13.2x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 7.2% — below average capital efficiency
5.1% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
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 : SOLS
The strongest argument for SOLS centers on PEG Ratio, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 11.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.51 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : SCCO
The primary concerns for SCCO are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : SOLS
The primary concerns for SOLS are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. A P/E of 44.9x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 1.52 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SCCO profiles as a growth stock while SOLS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
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. 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.
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BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Solstice Advanced Materials, Inc. is a specialty chemicals and advanced materials company in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Morris Plains, New Jersey.
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