MP Materials Corp (MP)vsOrion Engineered Carbons SA (OEC)
MP
MP Materials Corp
$65.45
-0.97%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $10.25B
OEC
Orion Engineered Carbons SA
$7.18
-1.37%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $419.53M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Orion Engineered Carbons SA generates 415% more annual revenue ($1.79B vs $347.57M). OEC leads profitability with a -5.0% profit margin vs -20.5%. OEC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 43/100 (D).
MP
Avoid28
out of 100
Grade: F
OEC
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-64.3%
Fair Value
$37.06
Current Price
$65.45
$28.39 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for OEC.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 118.6% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
Operating margin of 2.5%
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -23.5% — 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 : OEC
The strongest argument for OEC centers on Price/Book. PEG of 1.25 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : MP
The primary concerns for MP are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : OEC
The primary concerns for OEC are Market Cap, Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.67 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MP profiles as a hypergrowth stock while OEC 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.
OEC generates stronger free cash flow (-53M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
OEC scores higher overall (43/100 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.
Orion Engineered Carbons SA
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Orion Engineered Carbons SA, produces and sells carbon black products in Germany, the United States, South Korea, Brazil, China, South Africa, the rest of Europe and internationally. The company is headquartered in Senningerberg, Luxembourg.
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