Alto Ingredients Inc (ALTO)vsSociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)
ALTO
Alto Ingredients Inc
$5.71
+4.77%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $439.35M
SQM
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
$85.87
+2.17%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $22.90B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B generates 400% more annual revenue ($4.58B vs $916.07M). SQM leads profitability with a 12.9% profit margin vs 3.2%. SQM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.51. SQM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
ALTO
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
SQM
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+78.9%
Fair Value
$13.11
Current Price
$5.71
$7.40 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SQM.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 52.3% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 28.3%
Revenue surging 23.3% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
3.2% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.1%
Revenue declined 0.8%
No major concerns identified
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALTO
The strongest argument for ALTO centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.80 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SQM
The strongest argument for SQM centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 23.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.51 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ALTO
The primary concerns for ALTO are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 3.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : SQM
No major red flags identified for SQM, but monitor valuation.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALTO profiles as a value stock while SQM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SQM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.03 — expect wider price swings.
SQM is growing revenue faster at 23.3% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor SPECIALTY CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SQM scores higher overall (66/100 vs 50/100) and 23.3% revenue growth. ALTO offers better value entry with a 78.9% 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.
Alto Ingredients Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Alto Ingredients, Inc. produces and markets specialty alcohols and essential ingredients in the United States. The company is headquartered in Sacramento, California.
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Sociedad Qumica y Minera de Chile SA produces and distributes specialty plant nutrients, iodine and its derivatives, lithium and its derivatives, potassium chloride and sulfate, industrial chemicals and other products and services worldwide. The company is headquartered in Santiago, Chile.
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