American Resources Corp Class A (AREC)vsSociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)
AREC
American Resources Corp Class A
$2.11
-11.34%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $275.99M
SQM
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
$75.43
-2.91%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $21.61B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B generates 5576773% more annual revenue ($5.30B vs $95,030). SQM leads profitability with a 15.4% profit margin vs 0.0%. SQM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
AREC
Avoid20
out of 100
Grade: F
SQM
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 147 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 41.1%
Revenue surging 69.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 165.2% YoY
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
0.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.0%
Moderate valuation
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AREC
The strongest argument for AREC centers on Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, Price/Book.
Bull Case : SQM
The strongest argument for SQM centers on PEG Ratio, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.4% and operating margin at 41.1%. Revenue growth of 69.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AREC
The primary concerns for AREC are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : SQM
The primary concerns for SQM are P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AREC profiles as a value stock while SQM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
AREC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.15 — expect wider price swings.
SQM is growing revenue faster at 69.8% — sustainability is the question.
SQM generates stronger free cash flow (679M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SQM scores higher overall (74/100 vs 20/100), backed by strong 15.4% margins and 69.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
American Resources Corp Class A
BASIC MATERIALS · COKING COAL · USA
American Resources Corporation supplies raw materials for the global infrastructure market. The company is headquartered in Fishers, Indiana.
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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