Carnival Plc ADS (CUK)vsSociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)
CUK
Carnival Plc ADS
$25.68
+1.18%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $35.08B
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
Carnival Plc ADS generates 482% more annual revenue ($26.62B vs $4.58B). SQM leads profitability with a 12.9% profit margin vs 10.4%. SQM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.46. CUK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
CUK
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
SQM
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+65.3%
Fair Value
$94.54
Current Price
$25.68
$68.86 discount
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
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 35.8% 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
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CUK
The strongest argument for CUK centers on Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. PEG of 0.84 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 : CUK
The primary concerns for CUK are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.28 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : SQM
The primary concerns for SQM are P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CUK profiles as a value stock while SQM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CUK carries more volatility with a beta of 2.46 — 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
CUK scores higher overall (69/100 vs 66/100). SQM offers better value entry with a 22.0% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Carnival Plc ADS
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · TRAVEL SERVICES · USA
Carnival Corporation & plc is a leisure travel company. The company is headquartered in Miami, Florida.
Visit Website →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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