Albemarle Corp (ALB)vsBHP Group Limited (BHP)
ALB
Albemarle Corp
$117.52
-3.76%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $15.29B
BHP
BHP Group Limited
$87.15
-0.23%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $229.80B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
BHP Group Limited generates 895% more annual revenue ($58.76B vs $5.91B). BHP leads profitability with a 16.7% profit margin vs 3.8%. ALB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.79. ALB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
ALB
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
BHP
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-57.7%
Fair Value
$111.22
Current Price
$117.52
$6.30 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for BHP.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 31.1% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 27.7%
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 37 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 43.3%
18.3% revenue growth
Generating 7.7B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 2.2% — below average capital efficiency
3.8% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 9.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALB
The strongest argument for ALB centers on Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 31.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.79 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : BHP
The strongest argument for BHP centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.7% and operating margin at 43.3%. Revenue growth of 18.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ALB
The primary concerns for ALB are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 479.9x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : BHP
The primary concerns for BHP are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALB profiles as a hypergrowth stock while BHP is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ALB carries more volatility with a beta of 1.33 — expect wider price swings.
ALB is growing revenue faster at 31.1% — sustainability is the question.
BHP generates stronger free cash flow (7.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ALB scores higher overall (63/100 vs 57/100) and 31.1% 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.
Albemarle Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Albemarle Corporation is a fine chemical manufacturing company based in Charlotte, North Carolina.
BHP Group Limited
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
BHP Group engages in the natural resources business in Australia, Europe, China, Japan, India, South Korea, the rest of Asia, North America, South America and internationally. The company is headquartered in Melbourne, Australia.
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