Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO)vsCVR Partners LP (UAN)
SCCO
Southern Copper Corporation
$194.89
+0.21%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $162.83B
UAN
CVR Partners LP
$119.53
-0.53%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southern Copper Corporation generates 2232% more annual revenue ($15.79B vs $676.86M). SCCO leads profitability with a 35.9% profit margin vs 23.7%. UAN trades at a lower P/E of 8.5x. UAN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B).
SCCO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
UAN
Strong Buy70
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 39 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 42.4%
Earnings expanding 99.9% YoY
Keeps 24 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 20.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 13.1x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
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 : UAN
The strongest argument for UAN centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.7% and operating margin at 42.4%. Revenue growth of 20.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : SCCO
The primary concerns for SCCO are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : UAN
The primary concerns for UAN are Market Cap, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.64 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SCCO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.14 — expect wider price swings.
SCCO is growing revenue faster at 40.6% — 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
UAN scores higher overall (70/100 vs 65/100), backed by strong 23.7% margins and 20.0% 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 →CVR Partners LP
BASIC MATERIALS · AGRICULTURAL INPUTS · USA
CVR Partners, LP, produces and distributes nitrogen fertilizer products in the United States. The company is headquartered in Sugar Land, Texas.
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