MP Materials Corp (MP)vsVulcan Materials Company (VMC)
MP
MP Materials Corp
$50.51
-1.58%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $9.86B
VMC
Vulcan Materials Company
$252.74
+0.85%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $33.47B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vulcan Materials Company generates 1850% more annual revenue ($8.12B vs $416.25M). VMC leads profitability with a 13.8% profit margin vs -14.6%. VMC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
MP
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
VMC
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-22.9%
Fair Value
$44.19
Current Price
$50.51
$6.32 premium
Margin of Safety
-85.0%
Fair Value
$172.82
Current Price
$252.74
$79.92 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 119.7% year-over-year
Strong operational efficiency at 21.6%
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.5% revenue growth
2.7% earnings growth
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 : VMC
The strongest argument for VMC centers on Operating Margin.
Bear Case : MP
The primary concerns for MP are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : VMC
The primary concerns for VMC are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MP profiles as a hypergrowth stock while VMC is a value 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.
VMC generates stronger free cash flow (150M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VMC scores higher overall (53/100 vs 30/100). Both earn "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.
Vulcan Materials Company
BASIC MATERIALS · BUILDING MATERIALS · USA
Vulcan Materials Company (NYSE: VMC) is an American company based in Birmingham, Alabama. It is principally engaged in the production, distribution and sale of construction materials.
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