Steel Dynamics Inc (STLD)vsTernium SA ADR (TX)
STLD
Steel Dynamics Inc
$240.03
+3.53%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $34.03B
TX
Ternium SA ADR
$46.99
+4.84%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $9.22B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Steel Dynamics Inc generates 22% more annual revenue ($19.01B vs $15.61B). STLD leads profitability with a 7.2% profit margin vs 3.7%. TX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.13. STLD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
STLD
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
TX
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 93.1% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
19.1% revenue growth
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 218.1% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
7.2% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.0% revenue growth
ROE of 3.2% — below average capital efficiency
3.7% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : STLD
The strongest argument for STLD centers on EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 19.1% 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 : STLD
The primary concerns for STLD are P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : TX
The primary concerns for TX are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 3.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
STLD profiles as a growth stock while TX is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
STLD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.49 — expect wider price swings.
STLD is growing revenue faster at 19.1% — sustainability is the question.
STLD generates stronger free cash flow (10M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
STLD scores higher overall (62/100 vs 60/100) and 19.1% 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.
Steel Dynamics Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · STEEL · USA
Steel Dynamics, Inc., is a steel producer and metal recycler in the United States.
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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