Compass Minerals International Inc (CMP)vsMP Materials Corp (MP)
CMP
Compass Minerals International Inc
$24.14
+5.88%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $900.06M
MP
MP Materials Corp
$53.74
+0.84%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $9.47B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Compass Minerals International Inc generates 450% more annual revenue ($1.51B vs $275.46M). CMP leads profitability with a -12.5% profit margin vs -31.2%. CMP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 47/100 (D+).
CMP
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
MP
Avoid29
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 70.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 1.0%
Revenue declined 25.0%
Earnings declined 91.7%
ROE of -5.0% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 55.6%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CMP
The strongest argument for CMP centers on PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.12 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MP
The strongest argument for MP centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 70.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CMP
The primary concerns for CMP are Market Cap, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : MP
The primary concerns for MP are Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CMP profiles as a turnaround stock while MP is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.62 — expect wider price swings.
MP is growing revenue faster at 70.0% — sustainability is the question.
CMP generates stronger free cash flow (-60M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CMP scores higher overall (47/100 vs 29/100). 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.
Compass Minerals International Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
Compass Minerals International, Inc., produces and sells essential minerals primarily in the United States, Canada, Brazil, the United Kingdom, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Overland Park, Kansas.
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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