Ashland Global Holdings Inc (ASH)vsSociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)
ASH
Ashland Global Holdings Inc
$53.61
+5.51%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.45B
SQM
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
$79.16
+2.89%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $21.98B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B generates 154% more annual revenue ($4.58B vs $1.80B). SQM leads profitability with a 12.9% profit margin vs -38.3%. SQM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.46. SQM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
ASH
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
SQM
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ASH.
Margin of Safety
+22.0%
Fair Value
$96.41
Current Price
$79.16
$17.25 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 104.0%
Earnings expanding 135.6% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 52.3% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 28.3%
Revenue surging 23.3% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
ROE of -30.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 4.7%
Currently unprofitable
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ASH
The strongest argument for ASH centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. PEG of 1.23 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SQM
The strongest argument for SQM centers on PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 23.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.46 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ASH
The primary concerns for ASH are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : SQM
The primary concerns for SQM are P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ASH profiles as a turnaround stock while SQM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SQM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.04 — expect wider price swings.
SQM is growing revenue faster at 23.3% — sustainability is the question.
SQM generates stronger free cash flow (317M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SQM scores higher overall (66/100 vs 52/100) and 23.3% revenue growth. 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.
Ashland Global Holdings Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Ashland Global Holdings Inc. offers specialized chemical solutions globally. The company is headquartered in Covington, Kentucky.
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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