MP Materials Corp (MP)vsTernium SA ADR (TX)
MP
MP Materials Corp
$61.30
-0.65%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $10.89B
TX
Ternium SA ADR
$42.76
-1.47%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $8.39B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ternium SA ADR generates 5567% more annual revenue ($15.61B vs $275.46M). TX leads profitability with a 2.7% profit margin vs -31.2%. TX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 47/100 (D+).
MP
Avoid28
out of 100
Grade: F
TX
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MP.
Margin of Safety
+77.9%
Fair Value
$205.14
Current Price
$42.76
$162.38 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 70.0% year-over-year
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
ROE of -5.0% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 55.6%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 1.9% — below average capital efficiency
2.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.2%
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MP
The strongest argument for MP centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 70.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TX
The strongest argument for TX centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score. PEG of 0.13 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : MP
The primary concerns for MP are Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : TX
The primary concerns for TX are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 2.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MP profiles as a hypergrowth stock while TX is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
MP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.68 — expect wider price swings.
MP is growing revenue faster at 70.0% — sustainability is the question.
TX generates stronger free cash flow (65M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TX 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.
Ternium SA ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · STEEL · USA
Ternium SA manufactures and processes various steel products in Mexico, Argentina, Paraguay, Chile, Bolivia, Uruguay, Brazil, the United States, Colombia, Guatemala, Costa Rica, Honduras, El Salvador and Nicaragua. The company is headquartered in Luxembourg City, Luxembourg.
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