MP Materials Corp (MP)vsUnited States Lime & Minerals Inc (USLM)
MP
MP Materials Corp
$65.45
+1.22%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $10.25B
USLM
United States Lime & Minerals Inc
$104.61
-2.37%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $3.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
United States Lime & Minerals Inc generates 6% more annual revenue ($369.31M vs $347.57M). USLM leads profitability with a 35.4% profit margin vs -20.5%. USLM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 46/100 (D+).
MP
Avoid28
out of 100
Grade: F
USLM
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-55.4%
Fair Value
$37.03
Current Price
$65.45
$28.42 premium
Margin of Safety
+5.3%
Fair Value
$113.82
Current Price
$104.61
$9.21 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 118.6% year-over-year
Keeps 35 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 40.7%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
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
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 3.7%
Earnings declined 10.9%
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 : USLM
The strongest argument for USLM centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.4% and operating margin at 40.7%.
Bear Case : MP
The primary concerns for MP are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : USLM
The primary concerns for USLM are Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MP profiles as a hypergrowth stock while USLM is a declining 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.
USLM generates stronger free cash flow (14M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
USLM scores higher overall (46/100 vs 28/100), backed by strong 35.4% margins. 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.
United States Lime & Minerals Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · BUILDING MATERIALS · USA
United States Lime & Minerals, Inc. manufactures and supplies lime and limestone products in the United States. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
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