MP Materials Corp (MP)vsNewmont Goldcorp Corp (NEM)
MP
MP Materials Corp
$35.41
+4.95%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $7.31B
NEM
Newmont Goldcorp Corp
$119.71
+1.00%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $110.79B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Newmont Goldcorp Corp generates 6292% more annual revenue ($26.61B vs $416.25M). NEM leads profitability with a 34.7% profit margin vs -14.6%. NEM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
MP
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
NEM
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+5.0%
Fair Value
$43.82
Current Price
$35.41
$8.41 discount
Margin of Safety
-56.8%
Fair Value
$68.01
Current Price
$119.71
$51.70 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 119.7% year-over-year
Keeps 35 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 50.0%
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of -3.0% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 55.6%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MP
The strongest argument for MP centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 119.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : NEM
The strongest argument for NEM centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 34.7% and operating margin at 50.0%. Revenue growth of 15.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MP
The primary concerns for MP are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : NEM
The primary concerns for NEM are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MP profiles as a hypergrowth stock while NEM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.99 — expect wider price swings.
MP is growing revenue faster at 119.7% — sustainability is the question.
NEM generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NEM scores higher overall (74/100 vs 30/100), backed by strong 34.7% margins and 15.2% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
MP Materials Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
MP Materials Corp. The company is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Newmont Goldcorp Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Newmont Corporation, based in Greenwood Village, Colorado, United States, is one of the largest gold mining companies in the world.
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