Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO)vsUnited States Antimony Corporation (UAMY)
SCCO
Southern Copper Corporation
$175.47
-1.95%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $153.26B
UAMY
United States Antimony Corporation
$5.21
-5.76%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $809.09M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southern Copper Corporation generates 37166% more annual revenue ($14.55B vs $39.04M). SCCO leads profitability with a 34.1% profit margin vs -41.4%. SCCO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
SCCO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
UAMY
Avoid15
out of 100
Grade: F
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
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 12.4x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -12.3% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 3.1%
Earnings declined 23.4%
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 : UAMY
The strongest argument for UAMY centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : SCCO
The primary concerns for SCCO are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : UAMY
The primary concerns for UAMY are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SCCO profiles as a growth stock while UAMY is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
SCCO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.12 — 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 15/100), backed by strong 34.1% margins and 36.2% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" 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 · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
United States Antimony Corporation produces and sells antimony, silver, gold, and zeolite products in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Thompson Falls, Montana.
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