Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO)vsTeck Resources Ltd Class B (TECK)
SCCO
Southern Copper Corporation
$199.06
+3.12%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $162.83B
TECK
Teck Resources Ltd Class B
$66.47
+0.53%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $31.76B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southern Copper Corporation generates 13% more annual revenue ($15.79B vs $13.99B). SCCO leads profitability with a 35.9% profit margin vs 17.8%. TECK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 5.14. TECK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
SCCO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
TECK
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 45 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
Strong operational efficiency at 44.1%
Revenue surging 78.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 324.4% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 13.4x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Grey zone — moderate risk
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 35.9% and operating margin at 61.2%. Revenue growth of 40.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TECK
The strongest argument for TECK centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.8% and operating margin at 44.1%. Revenue growth of 78.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : SCCO
The primary concerns for SCCO are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : TECK
The primary concerns for TECK are Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TECK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.59 — expect wider price swings.
TECK is growing revenue faster at 78.2% — sustainability is the question.
SCCO generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor COPPER industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
TECK scores higher overall (75/100 vs 65/100), backed by strong 17.8% margins and 78.2% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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 →Teck Resources Ltd Class B
BASIC MATERIALS · COPPER · USA
Teck Resources Limited is dedicated to exploring, acquiring, developing and producing natural resources in Asia, Europe and North America. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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