Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO)vsUnited States Lime & Minerals Inc (USLM)
SCCO
Southern Copper Corporation
$175.47
-1.95%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $153.26B
USLM
United States Lime & Minerals Inc
$113.00
-0.65%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $3.01B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southern Copper Corporation generates 3840% more annual revenue ($14.55B vs $369.31M). USLM leads profitability with a 35.4% profit margin vs 34.1%. USLM trades at a lower P/E of 23.1x. SCCO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
SCCO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
USLM
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SCCO.
Margin of Safety
+4.9%
Fair Value
$113.33
Current Price
$113.00
$0.33 discount
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
Keeps 35 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 40.7%
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
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 3.7%
Earnings declined 10.9%
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 : USLM
The strongest argument for USLM centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.4% and operating margin at 40.7%.
Bear Case : SCCO
The primary concerns for SCCO are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : USLM
The primary concerns for USLM are Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SCCO profiles as a growth stock while USLM is a declining 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 46/100), backed by strong 34.1% margins and 36.2% 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.
Visit Website →United States Lime & Minerals Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · BUILDING MATERIALS · USA
United States Lime & Minerals, Inc. manufactures and supplies lime and limestone products in the United States. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
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