Eastman Chemical Company (EMN)vsMP Materials Corp (MP)
EMN
Eastman Chemical Company
$70.42
-1.69%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $8.05B
MP
MP Materials Corp
$61.30
-0.65%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $10.89B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Eastman Chemical Company generates 3077% more annual revenue ($8.75B vs $275.46M). EMN leads profitability with a 5.4% profit margin vs -31.2%. EMN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 46/100 (D+).
EMN
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
MP
Avoid28
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+16.4%
Fair Value
$97.26
Current Price
$70.42
$26.84 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MP.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Revenue surging 70.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
ROE of 8.0% — below average capital efficiency
5.4% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : EMN
The strongest argument for EMN centers on Price/Book, P/E Ratio.
Bull Case : MP
The strongest argument for MP centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 70.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : EMN
The primary concerns for EMN are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : MP
The primary concerns for MP are Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EMN profiles as a value stock while MP is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.68 — expect wider price swings.
MP is growing revenue faster at 70.0% — sustainability is the question.
EMN generates stronger free cash flow (390M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EMN scores higher overall (46/100 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.
Eastman Chemical Company
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Eastman Chemical Company is an American company primarily involved in the chemical industry. Once a subsidiary of Kodak, today it is an independent global specialty materials company that produces a broad range of advanced materials, chemicals and fibers for everyday purposes. The company is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee.
Visit Website →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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