EMCOR Group Inc (EME)vsSociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)
EME
EMCOR Group Inc
$817.44
-3.31%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $36.65B
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
EMCOR Group Inc generates 235% more annual revenue ($17.75B vs $5.30B). SQM leads profitability with a 15.4% profit margin vs 7.5%. SQM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.34. SQM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
EME
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
SQM
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 35 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
19.7% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 30.0% YoY
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
Moderate valuation
Trading at 9.4x book value
7.5% margin — thin
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Moderate valuation
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EME
The strongest argument for EME centers on PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 19.7% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.44 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 : EME
The primary concerns for EME are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : SQM
The primary concerns for SQM are P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EME carries more volatility with a beta of 1.12 — 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.
Monitor ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SQM scores higher overall (74/100 vs 66/100), backed by strong 15.4% margins and 69.8% revenue growth. 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.
EMCOR Group Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
EMCOR Group, Inc. provides electrical and mechanical installation and construction services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Norwalk, Connecticut.
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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