Calumet Specialty Products Partners (CLMT)vsMP Materials Corp (MP)
CLMT
Calumet Specialty Products Partners
$32.83
-5.99%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $3.00B
MP
MP Materials Corp
$58.92
-4.06%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $10.25B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Calumet Specialty Products Partners generates 1101% more annual revenue ($4.17B vs $347.57M). CLMT leads profitability with a -4.5% profit margin vs -20.5%. CLMT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 48/100 (D+).
CLMT
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
MP
Avoid28
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CLMT.
Margin of Safety
-64.3%
Fair Value
$37.06
Current Price
$58.92
$21.86 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 562.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 118.6% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
3.6% revenue growth
ROE of -1172.0% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of -3.0% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 55.6%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CLMT
The strongest argument for CLMT centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.65 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MP
The strongest argument for MP centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 118.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CLMT
The primary concerns for CLMT are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : MP
The primary concerns for MP are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CLMT profiles as a turnaround stock while MP is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.84 — expect wider price swings.
MP is growing revenue faster at 118.6% — sustainability is the question.
MP generates stronger free cash flow (-79M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CLMT scores higher overall (48/100 vs 28/100). Both earn "Hold" 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.
Calumet Specialty Products Partners
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Calumet Specialty Products Partners, LP produces and sells specialty hydrocarbon products in North America and internationally. The company is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana.
MP Materials Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
MP Materials Corp. The company is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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