Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO)vsVulcan Materials Company (VMC)
SCCO
Southern Copper Corporation
$167.27
+1.14%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $149.90B
VMC
Vulcan Materials Company
$282.72
-0.98%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $36.32B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southern Copper Corporation generates 111% more annual revenue ($17.11B vs $8.12B). SCCO leads profitability with a 37.2% profit margin vs 13.8%. VMC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.79. SCCO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
SCCO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
VMC
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-79.2%
Fair Value
$117.56
Current Price
$167.27
$49.71 premium
Margin of Safety
-83.8%
Fair Value
$173.96
Current Price
$282.72
$108.76 premium
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
Strong operational efficiency at 21.6%
Areas to Watch
Trading at 10.4x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.5% revenue growth
2.7% earnings growth
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 : VMC
The strongest argument for VMC centers on Operating Margin.
Bear Case : SCCO
The primary concerns for SCCO are Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : VMC
The primary concerns for VMC are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
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 1.13 — 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 53/100), backed by strong 37.2% margins and 39.1% 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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