Element Solutions Inc (ESI)vsTeck Resources Ltd Class B (TECK)
ESI
Element Solutions Inc
$43.90
+3.86%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $10.30B
TECK
Teck Resources Ltd Class B
$60.76
-2.02%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $29.77B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Teck Resources Ltd Class B generates 344% more annual revenue ($12.41B vs $2.80B). TECK leads profitability with a 14.9% profit margin vs 5.3%. TECK trades at a lower P/E of 21.9x. TECK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
ESI
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
TECK
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-7.3%
Fair Value
$30.22
Current Price
$43.90
$13.68 premium
Margin of Safety
+9.1%
Fair Value
$66.42
Current Price
$60.76
$5.66 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 41.5% year-over-year
Strong operational efficiency at 39.8%
Revenue surging 72.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 128.8% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
ROE of 5.6% — below average capital efficiency
5.3% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 42.5%
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 5.9% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ESI
The strongest argument for ESI centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 41.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TECK
The strongest argument for TECK centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 72.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ESI
The primary concerns for ESI are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 68.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : TECK
The primary concerns for TECK are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ESI profiles as a hypergrowth stock while TECK is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TECK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.57 — expect wider price swings.
TECK is growing revenue faster at 72.2% — sustainability is the question.
TECK generates stronger free cash flow (344M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TECK scores higher overall (73/100 vs 48/100) and 72.2% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Element Solutions Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Element Solutions Inc produces and sells specialty chemicals in the United States, China, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Visit Website →Teck Resources Ltd Class B
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
Teck Resources Limited is dedicated to exploring, acquiring, developing and producing natural resources in Asia, Europe and North America. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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