Stepan Company (SCL)vsTeck Resources Ltd Class B (TECK)
SCL
Stepan Company
$51.28
-0.52%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.20B
TECK
Teck Resources Ltd Class B
$61.67
+2.04%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $34.57B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Teck Resources Ltd Class B generates 430% more annual revenue ($12.41B vs $2.34B). TECK leads profitability with a 14.9% profit margin vs -0.6%. SCL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.75. TECK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
SCL
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
TECK
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 49.1% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 39.8%
Revenue surging 72.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 128.8% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.9% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 2.6%
Moderate valuation
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SCL
The strongest argument for SCL centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : TECK
The strongest argument for TECK centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 72.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : SCL
The primary concerns for SCL are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Market Cap.
Bear Case : TECK
The primary concerns for TECK are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SCL profiles as a turnaround stock while TECK is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TECK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.57 — expect wider price swings.
TECK is growing revenue faster at 72.2% — sustainability is the question.
TECK generates stronger free cash flow (344M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TECK scores higher overall (73/100 vs 53/100) and 72.2% 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.
Stepan Company
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Stepan Company produces and sells specialty and intermediate chemicals to other manufacturers for use in various end products in North America, Europe, Latin America, and Asia. The company is headquartered in Northfield, Illinois.
Teck Resources Ltd Class B
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
Teck Resources Limited is dedicated to exploring, acquiring, developing and producing natural resources in Asia, Europe and North America. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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