Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO)vsSensient Technologies Corporation (SXT)
SCCO
Southern Copper Corporation
$193.91
-0.27%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $169.30B
SXT
Sensient Technologies Corporation
$131.59
-0.23%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $5.69B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southern Copper Corporation generates 827% more annual revenue ($15.79B vs $1.70B). SCCO leads profitability with a 35.9% profit margin vs 9.3%. SXT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.74. SCCO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
SCCO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
SXT
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
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Earnings expanding 36.4% YoY
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 13.2x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : SXT
The strongest argument for SXT centers on Altman Z-Score, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 11.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : SCCO
The primary concerns for SCCO are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : SXT
The primary concerns for SXT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SCCO profiles as a growth stock while SXT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
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.
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
Sensient Technologies Corporation develops, manufactures, and markets colors, flavors, and other specialty ingredients in North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
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