MP Materials Corp (MP)vsNewmont Goldcorp Corp (NEM)
MP
MP Materials Corp
$53.74
+0.84%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $9.47B
NEM
Newmont Goldcorp Corp
$101.52
+2.52%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $108.06B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Newmont Goldcorp Corp generates 8130% more annual revenue ($22.67B vs $275.46M). NEM leads profitability with a 31.2% profit margin vs -31.2%. NEM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
MP
Avoid29
out of 100
Grade: F
NEM
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MP.
Margin of Safety
-184.1%
Fair Value
$43.86
Current Price
$101.52
$57.66 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 70.0% year-over-year
Keeps 31 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 58.1%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
ROE of -5.0% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 55.6%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 4.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MP
The strongest argument for MP centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 70.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : NEM
The strongest argument for NEM centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.2% and operating margin at 58.1%. Revenue growth of 20.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MP
The primary concerns for MP are Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : NEM
The primary concerns for NEM are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
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 1.62 — expect wider price swings.
MP is growing revenue faster at 70.0% — sustainability is the question.
NEM generates stronger free cash flow (1.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NEM scores higher overall (65/100 vs 29/100), backed by strong 31.2% margins and 20.6% 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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