Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO)vsVista Gold Corporation (VGZ)
SCCO
Southern Copper Corporation
$177.53
-7.42%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $149.90B
VGZ
Vista Gold Corporation
$2.49
-3.49%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $394.12M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
SCCO leads profitability with a 37.2% profit margin vs 0.0%. SCCO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
SCCO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
VGZ
Avoid20
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-79.5%
Fair Value
$117.39
Current Price
$177.53
$60.14 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for VGZ.
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
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
Trading at 11.1x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.0% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
0.0% margin — thin
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 : VGZ
VGZ has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : SCCO
The primary concerns for SCCO are Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : VGZ
The primary concerns for VGZ are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SCCO profiles as a growth stock while VGZ is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
VGZ carries more volatility with a beta of 1.30 — 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 20/100), backed by strong 37.2% margins and 39.1% 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 · GOLD · USA
Vista Gold Corp. The company is headquartered in Littleton, Colorado.
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