Hudbay Minerals Inc. (HBM)vsSociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)
HBM
Hudbay Minerals Inc.
$23.53
+2.35%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $10.54B
SQM
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
$78.65
-2.91%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $22.76B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B generates 123% more annual revenue ($5.30B vs $2.37B). HBM leads profitability with a 27.8% profit margin vs 15.4%. SQM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.36. HBM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
HBM
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
SQM
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 40.0%
Earnings expanding 91.9% YoY
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 27.3% year-over-year
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Moderate valuation
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HBM
The strongest argument for HBM centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.8% and operating margin at 40.0%. Revenue growth of 27.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : HBM
The primary concerns for HBM are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : SQM
The primary concerns for SQM are P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HBM carries more volatility with a beta of 2.21 — 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 COPPER industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
HBM scores higher overall (76/100 vs 74/100), backed by strong 27.8% margins and 27.3% 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.
Hudbay Minerals Inc.
BASIC MATERIALS · COPPER · USA
Hudbay Minerals Inc., a diversified mining company, focuses on the discovery, production and marketing of base and precious metals in North and South America. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
Visit Website →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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