Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO)vsVulcan Materials Company (VMC)
SCCO
Southern Copper Corporation
$171.84
-1.27%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $161.21B
VMC
Vulcan Materials Company
$304.39
-0.59%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $39.87B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southern Copper Corporation generates 80% more annual revenue ($14.55B vs $8.06B). SCCO leads profitability with a 34.1% profit margin vs 13.8%. VMC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.64. SCCO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
SCCO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
VMC
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SCCO.
Margin of Safety
-89.0%
Fair Value
$169.23
Current Price
$304.39
$135.16 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 42 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
Earnings expanding 29.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 12.2x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : VMC
The strongest argument for VMC centers on EPS Growth.
Bear Case : SCCO
The primary concerns for SCCO are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : VMC
The primary concerns for VMC are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SCCO profiles as a growth stock while VMC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SCCO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.11 — expect wider price swings.
SCCO is growing revenue faster at 36.2% — sustainability is the question.
SCCO generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SCCO scores higher overall (65/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 34.1% margins and 36.2% revenue growth. 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.
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BASIC MATERIALS · BUILDING MATERIALS · USA
Vulcan Materials Company (NYSE: VMC) is an American company based in Birmingham, Alabama. It is principally engaged in the production, distribution and sale of construction materials.
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