Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO)vsTaseko Mines Ltd (TGB)
SCCO
Southern Copper Corporation
$152.71
-4.44%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $132.01B
TGB
Taseko Mines Ltd
$5.73
-2.88%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.44B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southern Copper Corporation generates 1894% more annual revenue ($13.42B vs $672.90M). SCCO leads profitability with a 32.3% profit margin vs -4.5%. TGB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.33. SCCO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
SCCO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
TGB
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+13.3%
Fair Value
$242.89
Current Price
$152.71
$90.18 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TGB.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 43 in profit
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 54.5%
Revenue surging 39.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 60.4% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 45.3% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 11.4x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -4.7% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 45.5%
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 32.3% and operating margin at 54.5%. Revenue growth of 39.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TGB
The strongest argument for TGB centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 45.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.33 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 : TGB
The primary concerns for TGB are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.58 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SCCO profiles as a growth stock while TGB is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TGB carries more volatility with a beta of 1.89 — expect wider price swings.
TGB is growing revenue faster at 45.3% — sustainability is the question.
SCCO generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SCCO scores higher overall (65/100 vs 46/100), backed by strong 32.3% margins and 39.0% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" 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 · COPPER · USA
Taseko Mines Limited, a mining company, acquires, develops and operates mineral properties. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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