Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO)vsAmericas Silver Corp (USAS)
SCCO
Southern Copper Corporation
$193.91
-0.27%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $169.30B
USAS
Americas Silver Corp
$3.20
+0.31%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.31B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southern Copper Corporation generates 8594% more annual revenue ($15.79B vs $181.59M). SCCO leads profitability with a 35.9% profit margin vs -26.3%. SCCO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
SCCO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
USAS
Avoid32
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SCCO.
Margin of Safety
+23.8%
Fair Value
$4.03
Current Price
$3.19
$0.84 discount
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
Revenue surging 72.1% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 13.2x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -24.5% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : USAS
The strongest argument for USAS centers on Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 72.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : SCCO
The primary concerns for SCCO are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : USAS
The primary concerns for USAS are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SCCO profiles as a growth stock while USAS is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
USAS carries more volatility with a beta of 2.25 — expect wider price swings.
USAS is growing revenue faster at 72.1% — 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 32/100), backed by strong 35.9% margins and 40.6% revenue growth. USAS offers better value entry with a 23.8% margin of safety. 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.
Visit Website →Americas Silver Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
Americas Gold and Silver Corporation is engaged in the acquisition, exploration, development and operation of mineral properties in North America. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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