Kinross Gold Corporation (KGC)vsMP Materials Corp (MP)
KGC
Kinross Gold Corporation
$30.24
+1.27%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $35.90B
MP
MP Materials Corp
$61.30
-0.65%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $10.89B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Kinross Gold Corporation generates 2460% more annual revenue ($7.05B vs $275.46M). KGC leads profitability with a 33.9% profit margin vs -31.2%. KGC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 81/100 (A-).
KGC
Exceptional Buy81
out of 100
Grade: A-
MP
Avoid28
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-65.8%
Fair Value
$21.00
Current Price
$30.24
$9.24 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MP.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 49.2%
Revenue surging 42.9% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 237.9% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Revenue surging 70.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : KGC
The strongest argument for KGC centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.9% and operating margin at 49.2%. Revenue growth of 42.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MP
The strongest argument for MP centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 70.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : KGC
The primary concerns for KGC are Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : MP
The primary concerns for MP are Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KGC profiles as a growth 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.
KGC generates stronger free cash flow (819M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KGC scores higher overall (81/100 vs 28/100), backed by strong 33.9% margins and 42.9% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" 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.
Kinross Gold Corporation
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Kinross Gold Corporation is engaged in the acquisition, exploration and development of gold properties primarily in the United States, the Russian Federation, Brazil, Chile, Ghana and Mauritania. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
MP Materials Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
MP Materials Corp. The company is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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