MP Materials Corp (MP)vsUSA Rare Earth, Inc. (USAR)
MP
MP Materials Corp
$65.45
-0.03%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $10.25B
USAR
USA Rare Earth, Inc.
$27.10
+4.63%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $5.38B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
MP Materials Corp generates 4635% more annual revenue ($347.57M vs $7.34M). USAR leads profitability with a 0.0% profit margin vs -20.5%. MP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 28/100 (F).
MP
Avoid28
out of 100
Grade: F
USAR
Avoid27
out of 100
Grade: F
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 USAR.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 118.6% year-over-year
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
Trading at 8.1x book value
0.0% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
0.0% margin — thin
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 : USAR
The strongest argument for USAR centers on Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : MP
The primary concerns for MP are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : USAR
The primary concerns for USAR are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MP profiles as a hypergrowth stock while USAR is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
USAR carries more volatility with a beta of 2.36 — expect wider price swings.
MP is growing revenue faster at 118.6% — sustainability is the question.
USAR generates stronger free cash flow (-57M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MP scores higher overall (28/100 vs 27/100) and 118.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Avoid" 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.
USA Rare Earth, Inc.
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
USA Rare Earth, Inc. engages in mining, processing, and supplying rare earths and other critical minerals. The company is headquartered in Stillwater, Oklahoma.
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