MP Materials Corp (MP)vsIngevity Corp (NGVT)
MP
MP Materials Corp
$65.45
+0.65%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $10.25B
NGVT
Ingevity Corp
$65.99
-0.15%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.50B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ingevity Corp generates 239% more annual revenue ($1.18B vs $347.57M). NGVT leads profitability with a -10.8% profit margin vs -20.5%. NGVT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 47/100 (D+).
MP
Avoid28
out of 100
Grade: F
NGVT
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-55.4%
Fair Value
$37.03
Current Price
$65.45
$28.42 premium
Margin of Safety
-64.8%
Fair Value
$45.46
Current Price
$65.99
$20.53 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 118.6% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 199.0% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 26.7%
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
4.1% revenue growth
Trading at 58.9x book value
ROE of -328.5% — below average capital efficiency
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 : NGVT
The strongest argument for NGVT centers on EPS Growth, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : MP
The primary concerns for MP are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : NGVT
The primary concerns for NGVT are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 32.00 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MP profiles as a hypergrowth stock while NGVT is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
MP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.84 — expect wider price swings.
MP is growing revenue faster at 118.6% — sustainability is the question.
NGVT generates stronger free cash flow (-12M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NGVT scores higher overall (47/100 vs 28/100). Both earn "Hold" 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.
Ingevity Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Ingevity Corporation manufactures and sells specialty chemicals and activated carbon materials in North America, Asia-Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and South America. The company is headquartered in North Charleston, South Carolina.
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