Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO)vsSimpson Manufacturing Company Inc (SSD)
SCCO
Southern Copper Corporation
$175.47
-1.95%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $153.26B
SSD
Simpson Manufacturing Company Inc
$189.48
-4.44%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $7.64B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southern Copper Corporation generates 511% more annual revenue ($14.55B vs $2.38B). SCCO leads profitability with a 34.1% profit margin vs 14.9%. SSD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.80. SCCO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
SCCO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
SSD
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
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
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 12.4x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : SSD
The strongest argument for SSD centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : SCCO
The primary concerns for SCCO are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : SSD
The primary concerns for SSD are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SCCO profiles as a growth stock while SSD is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SSD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.30 — 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 56/100), backed by strong 34.1% margins and 36.2% 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 · LUMBER & WOOD PRODUCTION · USA
Simpson Manufacturing Co., Inc. designs, designs, manufactures and sells products for the construction of wooden and concrete buildings. The company is headquartered in Pleasanton, California.
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