ICL Israel Chemicals Ltd (ICL)vsIntrepid Potash Inc (IPI)
ICL
ICL Israel Chemicals Ltd
$4.66
-5.28%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $6.41B
IPI
Intrepid Potash Inc
$31.61
-0.32%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $435.46M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
ICL Israel Chemicals Ltd generates 3092% more annual revenue ($7.71B vs $241.58M). IPI leads profitability with a 10.9% profit margin vs 4.0%. IPI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.96. IPI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
ICL
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
IPI
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+0.3%
Fair Value
$5.77
Current Price
$4.66
$1.11 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for IPI.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 51.6% YoY
16.5% revenue growth
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 382.3% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
ROE of 4.3% — below average capital efficiency
4.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 5.1% — below average capital efficiency
Operating margin of 2.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ICL
The strongest argument for ICL centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 16.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : IPI
The strongest argument for IPI centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. PEG of 0.96 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ICL
The primary concerns for ICL are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Thin 4.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : IPI
The primary concerns for IPI are P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ICL profiles as a growth stock while IPI is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
IPI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.31 — expect wider price swings.
ICL is growing revenue faster at 16.5% — sustainability is the question.
ICL generates stronger free cash flow (93M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
IPI scores higher overall (60/100 vs 57/100). Both earn "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.
ICL Israel Chemicals Ltd
BASIC MATERIALS · AGRICULTURAL INPUTS · USA
ICL Group Ltd, is a company specialized in minerals and chemical products worldwide. The company is headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel.
Visit Website →Intrepid Potash Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · AGRICULTURAL INPUTS · USA
Intrepid Potash, Inc. produces and sells potash and langbeinite products in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.
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