Grupo Simec SAB de CV ADR (SIM)vsTernium SA ADR (TX)
SIM
Grupo Simec SAB de CV ADR
$26.40
-0.38%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $4.08B
TX
Ternium SA ADR
$57.90
+0.50%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $11.38B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Grupo Simec SAB de CV ADR generates 98% more annual revenue ($31.64B vs $16.00B). SIM leads profitability with a 11.1% profit margin vs 4.4%. TX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.13. TX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
SIM
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
TX
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+39.6%
Fair Value
$51.30
Current Price
$26.40
$24.90 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TX.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
15.6% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 30.9% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 59.5% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
ROE of 4.4% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
ROE of 4.7% — below average capital efficiency
4.4% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SIM
The strongest argument for SIM centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 15.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TX
The strongest argument for TX centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.13 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : SIM
The primary concerns for SIM are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : TX
The primary concerns for TX are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Thin 4.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SIM profiles as a growth stock while TX is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
TX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.17 — expect wider price swings.
SIM is growing revenue faster at 15.6% — sustainability is the question.
TX generates stronger free cash flow (-175M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TX scores higher overall (68/100 vs 62/100). SIM offers better value entry with a 39.6% margin of safety. 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.
Grupo Simec SAB de CV ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · STEEL · USA
Grupo Simec, SAB de CV manufactures, processes and distributes steel and steel alloys with special bar quality (SBQ) in Mexico, the United States, Brazil, Canada and internationally. The company is headquartered in Guadalajara, Mexico.
Ternium SA ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · STEEL · USA
Ternium SA manufactures and processes various steel products in Mexico, Argentina, Paraguay, Chile, Bolivia, Uruguay, Brazil, the United States, Colombia, Guatemala, Costa Rica, Honduras, El Salvador and Nicaragua. The company is headquartered in Luxembourg City, Luxembourg.
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