ICL Israel Chemicals Ltd (ICL)vsMP Materials Corp (MP)
ICL
ICL Israel Chemicals Ltd
$5.49
+3.00%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $7.15B
MP
MP Materials Corp
$61.30
-0.65%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $10.89B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
ICL Israel Chemicals Ltd generates 2497% more annual revenue ($7.15B vs $275.46M). ICL leads profitability with a 3.2% profit margin vs -31.2%. ICL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 43/100 (D).
ICL
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
MP
Avoid28
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+34.4%
Fair Value
$8.76
Current Price
$5.49
$3.27 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MP.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 70.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
1.7% earnings growth
ROE of 4.6% — below average capital efficiency
3.2% margin — thin
ROE of -5.0% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 55.6%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ICL
The strongest argument for ICL centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : MP
The strongest argument for MP centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 70.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ICL
The primary concerns for ICL are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Return on Equity. Thin 3.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : MP
The primary concerns for MP are Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ICL profiles as a value stock while MP is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.68 — expect wider price swings.
MP is growing revenue faster at 70.0% — sustainability is the question.
ICL generates stronger free cash flow (25M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ICL scores higher overall (43/100 vs 28/100). Both earn "Hold" 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.
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.
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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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