Hecla Mining Company (HL)vsSociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)
HL
Hecla Mining Company
$16.33
+4.75%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $9.74B
SQM
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
$72.70
-2.91%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $22.76B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B generates 225% more annual revenue ($5.30B vs $1.63B). HL leads profitability with a 16.8% profit margin vs 15.4%. SQM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.36. SQM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
HL
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B-
SQM
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+29.6%
Fair Value
$23.20
Current Price
$16.33
$6.87 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SQM.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 55.5%
Revenue surging 100.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 952.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
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
Moderate valuation
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HL
The strongest argument for HL centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.8% and operating margin at 55.5%. Revenue growth of 100.4% 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 : HL
The primary concerns for HL are PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : SQM
The primary concerns for SQM are P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.27 — expect wider price swings.
HL is growing revenue faster at 100.4% — sustainability is the question.
SQM generates stronger free cash flow (679M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
SQM scores higher overall (74/100 vs 70/100), backed by strong 15.4% margins and 69.8% revenue growth. HL offers better value entry with a 29.6% margin of safety. 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.
Hecla Mining Company
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER PRECIOUS METALS & MINING · USA
Hecla Mining Company discovers, acquires, develops and produces precious and base metal properties in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.
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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