Braskem SA Class A (BAK)vsSociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)
BAK
Braskem SA Class A
$3.48
-7.45%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.66B
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
Braskem SA Class A generates 1159% more annual revenue ($66.75B vs $5.30B). SQM leads profitability with a 15.4% profit margin vs -13.7%. SQM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.34. SQM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
BAK
Hold38
out of 100
Grade: F
SQM
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 107.2% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
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
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -549.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 20.4%
Moderate valuation
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BAK
The strongest argument for BAK centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. PEG of 1.46 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : BAK
The primary concerns for BAK are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : SQM
The primary concerns for SQM are P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BAK profiles as a turnaround stock while SQM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SQM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.97 — 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 38/100), backed by strong 15.4% margins and 69.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Braskem SA Class A
BASIC MATERIALS · CHEMICALS · USA
Braskem SA produces and markets thermoplastic resins. The company is headquartered in Camaari, Brazil.
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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