The Mosaic Company (MOS)vsMP Materials Corp (MP)
MOS
The Mosaic Company
$25.19
-0.83%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $8.43B
MP
MP Materials Corp
$50.51
-1.58%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $9.86B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Mosaic Company generates 2842% more annual revenue ($12.25B vs $416.25M). MOS leads profitability with a -5.2% profit margin vs -14.6%. MOS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
MOS
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
MP
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+53.5%
Fair Value
$67.04
Current Price
$25.19
$41.85 discount
Margin of Safety
-22.9%
Fair Value
$44.19
Current Price
$50.51
$6.32 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 239.5% YoY
Revenue surging 119.7% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 6.2% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 6.0%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of -3.0% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 55.6%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MOS
The strongest argument for MOS centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : MP
The strongest argument for MP centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 119.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MOS
The primary concerns for MOS are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : MP
The primary concerns for MP are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MOS profiles as a turnaround stock while MP is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.95 — expect wider price swings.
MP is growing revenue faster at 119.7% — sustainability is the question.
MOS generates stronger free cash flow (-153M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MOS scores higher overall (52/100 vs 30/100). Both earn "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.
The Mosaic Company
BASIC MATERIALS · AGRICULTURAL INPUTS · USA
The Mosaic Company is a Fortune 500 company based in Tampa, Florida which mines phosphate and potash, and operates through segments such as international distribution and Mosaic Fertilizantes.
Visit Website →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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