MP Materials Corp (MP)vsCVR Partners LP (UAN)
MP
MP Materials Corp
$48.83
-0.95%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $8.91B
UAN
CVR Partners LP
$122.70
-2.63%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
CVR Partners LP generates 63% more annual revenue ($676.86M vs $416.25M). UAN leads profitability with a 23.7% profit margin vs -14.6%. UAN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B).
MP
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
UAN
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-13.3%
Fair Value
$44.14
Current Price
$48.83
$4.69 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for UAN.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 119.7% year-over-year
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 39 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 42.4%
Earnings expanding 99.9% YoY
Keeps 24 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 20.0% year-over-year
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
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MP
The strongest argument for MP centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 119.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : UAN
The strongest argument for UAN centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.7% and operating margin at 42.4%. Revenue growth of 20.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MP
The primary concerns for MP are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : UAN
The primary concerns for UAN are Market Cap, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.64 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MP profiles as a hypergrowth stock while UAN is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.95 — expect wider price swings.
MP is growing revenue faster at 119.7% — sustainability is the question.
UAN generates stronger free cash flow (51M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UAN scores higher overall (70/100 vs 30/100), backed by strong 23.7% margins and 20.0% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
CVR Partners LP
BASIC MATERIALS · AGRICULTURAL INPUTS · USA
CVR Partners, LP, produces and distributes nitrogen fertilizer products in the United States. The company is headquartered in Sugar Land, Texas.
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