Stepan Company (SCL)vsTaseko Mines Ltd (TGB)
SCL
Stepan Company
$65.07
-1.62%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.31B
TGB
Taseko Mines Ltd
$7.06
+5.51%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.57B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Stepan Company generates 204% more annual revenue ($2.34B vs $770.85M). TGB leads profitability with a 2.0% profit margin vs -0.6%. TGB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.33. TGB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
SCL
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
TGB
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SCL.
Margin of Safety
+2.5%
Fair Value
$7.29
Current Price
$7.05
$0.24 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 49.1% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 70.4% year-over-year
Strong operational efficiency at 23.4%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.9% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 2.6%
ROE of 1.9% — below average capital efficiency
2.0% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SCL
The strongest argument for SCL centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : TGB
The strongest argument for TGB centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 70.4% 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, Revenue Growth, Market Cap.
Bear Case : TGB
The primary concerns for TGB are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. A P/E of 175.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.0% 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 2.01 — expect wider price swings.
TGB is growing revenue faster at 70.4% — sustainability is the question.
TGB generates stronger free cash flow (56M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TGB scores higher overall (55/100 vs 53/100) and 70.4% revenue growth. 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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