New Gold Inc (NGD)vsSociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)
NGD
New Gold Inc
$9.08
0.00%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $7.21B
SQM
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
$78.65
-2.91%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $22.76B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B generates 327% more annual revenue ($5.30B vs $1.24B). SQM leads profitability with a 15.4% profit margin vs 0.2%. NGD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.28. NGD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).
NGD
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
SQM
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
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
Moderate valuation
0.8% revenue growth
2.8% earnings growth
ROE of 0.2% — below average capital efficiency
Moderate valuation
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NGD
The strongest argument for NGD centers on PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.28 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : NGD
The primary concerns for NGD are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Thin 0.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : SQM
The primary concerns for SQM are P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NGD profiles as a value stock while SQM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
NGD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.83 — 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
NGD scores higher overall (79/100 vs 74/100). 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.
New Gold Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
New Gold Inc., an intermediate gold mining company, is engaged in the development and operation of mineral properties. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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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