MP Materials Corp (MP)vsRPM International Inc (RPM)
MP
MP Materials Corp
$65.45
+1.22%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $10.25B
RPM
RPM International Inc
$104.96
+0.76%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $13.71B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
RPM International Inc generates 2119% more annual revenue ($7.71B vs $347.57M). RPM leads profitability with a 8.6% profit margin vs -20.5%. RPM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
MP
Avoid28
out of 100
Grade: F
RPM
Buy56
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
Intrinsic value data unavailable for RPM.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 118.6% year-over-year
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
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
0.0% earnings growth
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 : RPM
The strongest argument for RPM centers on Return on Equity.
Bear Case : MP
The primary concerns for MP are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : RPM
The primary concerns for RPM are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MP profiles as a hypergrowth stock while RPM 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.
RPM generates stronger free cash flow (26M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
RPM scores higher overall (56/100 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.
RPM International Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
RPM International Inc. manufactures and sells specialty chemicals for the global consumer, specialty and industrial markets. The company is headquartered in Medina, Ohio.
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