Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO)vsWheaton Precious Metals Corp (WPM)
SCCO
Southern Copper Corporation
$167.27
+1.14%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $149.90B
WPM
Wheaton Precious Metals Corp
$136.26
+2.91%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $52.95B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southern Copper Corporation generates 439% more annual revenue ($17.11B vs $3.17B). WPM leads profitability with a 64.7% profit margin vs 37.2%. WPM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.43. WPM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
SCCO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
WPM
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
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
-43.9%
Fair Value
$92.08
Current Price
$136.26
$44.18 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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Keeps 65 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 72.3%
Revenue surging 84.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 85.7% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Trading at 10.4x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : WPM
The strongest argument for WPM centers on PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 64.7% and operating margin at 72.3%. Revenue growth of 84.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : SCCO
The primary concerns for SCCO are Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : WPM
The primary concerns for WPM are P/E Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
WPM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.24 — expect wider price swings.
WPM is growing revenue faster at 84.7% — sustainability is the question.
SCCO generates stronger free cash flow (1.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor COPPER industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
WPM scores higher overall (78/100 vs 65/100), backed by strong 64.7% margins and 84.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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 →Wheaton Precious Metals Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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