MP Materials Corp (MP)vsSSR Mining Inc (SSRM)
MP
MP Materials Corp
$65.45
+0.65%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $10.25B
SSRM
SSR Mining Inc
$29.46
+3.46%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $5.65B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
SSR Mining Inc generates 445% more annual revenue ($1.89B vs $347.57M). SSRM leads profitability with a 12.2% profit margin vs -20.5%. SSRM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 81/100 (A-).
MP
Avoid28
out of 100
Grade: F
SSRM
Exceptional Buy81
out of 100
Grade: A-
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 SSRM.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 118.6% year-over-year
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 52.5%
Revenue surging 83.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 2967.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
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
ROE of 6.3% — 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 : SSRM
The strongest argument for SSRM centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 83.7% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.02 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 : SSRM
The primary concerns for SSRM are Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MP profiles as a hypergrowth stock while SSRM is a growth 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.
SSRM generates stronger free cash flow (173M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SSRM scores higher overall (81/100 vs 28/100) and 83.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
SSR Mining Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
SSR Mining Inc. is engaged in the acquisition, exploration, development and operation of precious metal resource properties in Turkey and the Americas. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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