Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO)vsVale SA ADR (VALE)
SCCO
Southern Copper Corporation
$167.27
+1.14%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $149.90B
VALE
Vale SA ADR
$11.59
+1.22%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $52.77B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vale SA ADR generates 1175% more annual revenue ($218.07B vs $17.11B). SCCO leads profitability with a 37.2% profit margin vs 4.8%. VALE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.31. SCCO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
SCCO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
VALE
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-79.5%
Fair Value
$117.39
Current Price
$167.27
$49.88 premium
Margin of Safety
+76.4%
Fair Value
$73.54
Current Price
$11.59
$61.95 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 47 in profit
Keeps 37 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 59.9%
Revenue surging 39.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 66.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 22.0%
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Trading at 10.4x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 1.6% — below average capital efficiency
4.8% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 43.5%
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 37.2% and operating margin at 59.9%. Revenue growth of 39.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : VALE
The strongest argument for VALE centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Market Cap. PEG of 0.31 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : SCCO
The primary concerns for SCCO are Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : VALE
The primary concerns for VALE are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Thin 4.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SCCO profiles as a growth stock while VALE is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SCCO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.13 — expect wider price swings.
SCCO is growing revenue faster at 39.1% — 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 57/100), backed by strong 37.2% margins and 39.1% revenue growth. VALE offers better value entry with a 76.4% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "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 →Vale SA ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
Vale SA produces and sells iron ore and iron ore pellets for use as raw material in steelmaking in Brazil and internationally. The company is headquartered in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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