FMC Corporation (FMC)vsThe Mosaic Company (MOS)
FMC
FMC Corporation
$11.64
-4.51%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.48B
MOS
The Mosaic Company
$22.24
-2.88%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $7.21B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Mosaic Company generates 262% more annual revenue ($12.43B vs $3.43B). MOS leads profitability with a 0.4% profit margin vs -72.9%. FMC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.55. MOS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
FMC
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
MOS
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+72.0%
Fair Value
$57.24
Current Price
$11.64
$45.60 discount
Margin of Safety
+55.4%
Fair Value
$69.84
Current Price
$22.24
$47.60 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 239.5% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -137.5% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 6.2% — below average capital efficiency
0.4% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FMC
The strongest argument for FMC centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : MOS
The strongest argument for MOS centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 14.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FMC
The primary concerns for FMC are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.56 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : MOS
The primary concerns for MOS are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 162.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FMC profiles as a turnaround stock while MOS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
MOS carries more volatility with a beta of 0.81 — expect wider price swings.
MOS is growing revenue faster at 14.4% — sustainability is the question.
MOS generates stronger free cash flow (-253M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MOS scores higher overall (62/100 vs 42/100) and 14.4% revenue growth. FMC offers better value entry with a 72.0% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
FMC Corporation
BASIC MATERIALS · AGRICULTURAL INPUTS · USA
FMC Corporation (Food Machinery and Chemical Corporation) is an American chemical manufacturing company headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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BASIC MATERIALS · AGRICULTURAL INPUTS · USA
The Mosaic Company is a Fortune 500 company based in Tampa, Florida which mines phosphate and potash, and operates through segments such as international distribution and Mosaic Fertilizantes.
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