Hudson Technologies Inc (HDSN)vsSociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)
HDSN
Hudson Technologies Inc
$5.30
+1.15%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $225.49M
SQM
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
$75.43
-2.91%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $21.61B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B generates 2008% more annual revenue ($5.30B vs $251.42M). SQM leads profitability with a 15.4% profit margin vs 5.7%. HDSN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.29. SQM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
HDSN
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
SQM
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+33.5%
Fair Value
$11.33
Current Price
$5.30
$6.03 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SQM.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
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
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 6.0% — below average capital efficiency
5.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 2.4%
Moderate valuation
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HDSN
The strongest argument for HDSN centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity. PEG of 0.29 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : HDSN
The primary concerns for HDSN are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : SQM
The primary concerns for SQM are P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HDSN profiles as a value stock while SQM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SQM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.97 — 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.
Bottom Line
SQM scores higher overall (74/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 15.4% margins and 69.8% revenue growth. HDSN offers better value entry with a 33.5% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "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.
Hudson Technologies Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Hudson Technologies, Inc., a refrigerant services company, provides solutions to recurring problems within the refrigeration industry primarily in the United States. The company is headquartered in Pearl River, New York.
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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