MP Materials Corp (MP)vsREX American Resources Corporation (REX)
MP
MP Materials Corp
$65.45
+1.22%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $10.25B
REX
REX American Resources Corporation
$44.92
-2.35%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.54B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
REX American Resources Corporation generates 89% more annual revenue ($656.20M vs $347.57M). REX leads profitability with a 14.1% profit margin vs -20.5%. REX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
MP
Avoid28
out of 100
Grade: F
REX
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
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
+24.3%
Fair Value
$47.11
Current Price
$44.92
$2.19 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 118.6% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 118.5% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.6% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
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 : REX
The strongest argument for REX centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : MP
The primary concerns for MP are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : REX
The primary concerns for REX are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MP profiles as a hypergrowth stock while REX is a value 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.
REX generates stronger free cash flow (-14M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
REX scores higher overall (61/100 vs 28/100). Both earn "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.
REX American Resources Corporation
BASIC MATERIALS · CHEMICALS · USA
REX American Resources Corporation, produces and sells ethanol in the United States. The company is headquartered in Dayton, Ohio.
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