Nexa Resources SA (NEXA)vsSociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)
NEXA
Nexa Resources SA
$13.05
-13.29%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.63B
SQM
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
$75.43
-2.91%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $21.61B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B generates 62% more annual revenue ($5.30B vs $3.26B). SQM leads profitability with a 15.4% profit margin vs 6.4%. NEXA trades at a lower P/E of 7.8x. SQM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
NEXA
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
SQM
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-54.0%
Fair Value
$8.04
Current Price
$13.05
$5.01 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SQM.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Revenue surging 41.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 654.0% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 23.9%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 41.1%
Revenue surging 69.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 165.2% YoY
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
6.4% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Moderate valuation
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NEXA
The strongest argument for NEXA centers on P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 41.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SQM
The strongest argument for SQM centers on PEG Ratio, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.4% and operating margin at 41.1%. Revenue growth of 69.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : NEXA
The primary concerns for NEXA are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.63 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : SQM
The primary concerns for SQM are P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NEXA profiles as a hypergrowth stock while SQM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SQM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.97 — expect wider price swings.
SQM is growing revenue faster at 69.8% — sustainability is the question.
SQM generates stronger free cash flow (679M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SQM scores higher overall (74/100 vs 72/100), backed by strong 15.4% margins and 69.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Nexa Resources SA
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
Nexa Resources SA is dedicated to the zinc mining and smelting business. The company is headquartered in Luxembourg City, Luxembourg.
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Sociedad Qumica y Minera de Chile SA produces and distributes specialty plant nutrients, iodine and its derivatives, lithium and its derivatives, potassium chloride and sulfate, industrial chemicals and other products and services worldwide. The company is headquartered in Santiago, Chile.
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