FMC Corporation (FMC)vsMP Materials Corp (MP)
FMC
FMC Corporation
$4.47
-5.10%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $880.39M
MP
MP Materials Corp
$41.06
+0.46%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $7.15B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
FMC Corporation generates 681% more annual revenue ($3.25B vs $416.25M). MP leads profitability with a -14.6% profit margin vs -84.8%. FMC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (C-).
FMC
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
MP
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+61.5%
Fair Value
$41.63
Current Price
$4.47
$37.16 discount
Margin of Safety
+12.6%
Fair Value
$43.82
Current Price
$41.06
$2.76 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 119.7% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -168.5% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 17.5%
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of -3.0% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 55.6%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FMC
The strongest argument for FMC centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.46 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MP
The strongest argument for MP centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 119.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FMC
The primary concerns for FMC are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.62 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : MP
The primary concerns for MP are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FMC profiles as a turnaround stock while MP is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.99 — expect wider price swings.
MP is growing revenue faster at 119.7% — sustainability is the question.
FMC generates stronger free cash flow (323M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FMC scores higher overall (50/100 vs 30/100). Both earn "Buy" 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.
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 · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
MP Materials Corp. The company is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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