Stepan Company (SCL)vsTaseko Mines Ltd (TGB)
SCL
Stepan Company
$68.41
+4.91%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.41B
TGB
Taseko Mines Ltd
$8.09
+0.62%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.92B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Stepan Company generates 147% more annual revenue ($2.43B vs $985.32M). TGB leads profitability with a 1.6% profit margin vs -0.1%. TGB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.33. SCL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
SCL
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
TGB
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SCL.
Margin of Safety
+19.4%
Fair Value
$9.25
Current Price
$8.09
$1.16 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 101.6% YoY
15.0% revenue growth
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 184.8% year-over-year
Strong operational efficiency at 22.5%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -1.2% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
ROE of 1.9% — below average capital efficiency
1.6% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SCL
The strongest argument for SCL centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 15.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TGB
The strongest argument for TGB centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 184.8% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.33 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : SCL
The primary concerns for SCL are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : TGB
The primary concerns for TGB are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 398.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SCL profiles as a turnaround stock while TGB is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TGB carries more volatility with a beta of 2.09 — expect wider price swings.
TGB is growing revenue faster at 184.8% — sustainability is the question.
TGB generates stronger free cash flow (130M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SCL scores higher overall (58/100 vs 52/100) and 15.0% revenue growth. TGB offers better value entry with a 19.4% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
Taseko Mines Ltd
BASIC MATERIALS · COPPER · USA
Taseko Mines Limited, a mining company, acquires, develops and operates mineral properties. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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