Scotts Miracle-Gro Company (SMG)vsTaseko Mines Ltd (TGB)
SMG
Scotts Miracle-Gro Company
$70.33
-3.79%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $4.13B
TGB
Taseko Mines Ltd
$6.70
-2.47%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.57B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Scotts Miracle-Gro Company generates 350% more annual revenue ($3.47B vs $770.85M). SMG leads profitability with a 3.2% profit margin vs 2.0%. TGB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.33. TGB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
SMG
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
TGB
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-17.6%
Fair Value
$57.13
Current Price
$70.33
$13.20 premium
Margin of Safety
+2.5%
Fair Value
$7.29
Current Price
$6.70
$0.59 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 27.7%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 70.4% year-over-year
Strong operational efficiency at 23.4%
Areas to Watch
Grey zone — moderate risk
3.2% margin — thin
ROE of -47.6% — below average capital efficiency
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 : SMG
The strongest argument for SMG centers on Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, Operating Margin. PEG of 0.98 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its 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 : SMG
The primary concerns for SMG are Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin, Return on Equity. Thin 3.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
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
SMG profiles as a value 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.
SMG generates stronger free cash flow (201M), 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.
Scotts Miracle-Gro Company
BASIC MATERIALS · AGRICULTURAL INPUTS · USA
Scotts Miracle-Gro Company manufactures, markets, and sells lawn and garden products to consumers in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Marysville, Ohio.
Visit Website →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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