MP Materials Corp (MP)vsNexa Resources SA (NEXA)
MP
MP Materials Corp
$41.65
+9.34%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $8.05B
NEXA
Nexa Resources SA
$12.16
-1.62%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.71B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Nexa Resources SA generates 839% more annual revenue ($3.26B vs $347.57M). NEXA leads profitability with a 6.4% profit margin vs -20.5%. NEXA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
MP
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
NEXA
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-11.4%
Fair Value
$37.04
Current Price
$41.65
$4.61 premium
Margin of Safety
-53.2%
Fair Value
$8.08
Current Price
$12.16
$4.08 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 118.6% year-over-year
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 41.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 654.0% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 23.9%
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
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
6.4% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MP
The strongest argument for MP centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 118.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : NEXA
The strongest argument for NEXA centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 41.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MP
The primary concerns for MP are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : NEXA
The primary concerns for NEXA are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.63 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.86 — expect wider price swings.
MP is growing revenue faster at 118.6% — sustainability is the question.
MP generates stronger free cash flow (-79M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
NEXA scores higher overall (72/100 vs 30/100) and 41.7% 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.
Nexa Resources SA
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
Nexa Resources SA is dedicated to the zinc mining and smelting business. The company is headquartered in Luxembourg City, Luxembourg.
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