Taseko Mines Ltd (TGB)vsVulcan Materials Company (VMC)
TGB
Taseko Mines Ltd
$8.97
-0.99%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $3.43B
VMC
Vulcan Materials Company
$244.40
-1.40%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $31.90B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vulcan Materials Company generates 724% more annual revenue ($8.12B vs $985.32M). VMC leads profitability with a 13.8% profit margin vs 1.6%. TGB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.33. VMC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
TGB
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
VMC
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-0.9%
Fair Value
$9.28
Current Price
$8.97
$0.31 premium
Margin of Safety
-84.8%
Fair Value
$173.06
Current Price
$244.40
$71.34 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 184.8% year-over-year
Strong operational efficiency at 22.5%
Strong operational efficiency at 21.6%
Areas to Watch
ROE of 1.9% — below average capital efficiency
1.6% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
2.5% revenue growth
2.7% earnings growth
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : VMC
The strongest argument for VMC centers on Operating Margin.
Bear Case : TGB
The primary concerns for TGB are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 468.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : VMC
The primary concerns for VMC are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TGB profiles as a hypergrowth stock while VMC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
TGB carries more volatility with a beta of 2.07 — expect wider price swings.
TGB is growing revenue faster at 184.8% — sustainability is the question.
VMC generates stronger free cash flow (150M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VMC scores higher overall (56/100 vs 52/100). 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.
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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BASIC MATERIALS · BUILDING MATERIALS · USA
Vulcan Materials Company (NYSE: VMC) is an American company based in Birmingham, Alabama. It is principally engaged in the production, distribution and sale of construction materials.
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