Northwest Pipe Company (NWPX)vsSociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)
NWPX
Northwest Pipe Company
$117.76
-3.96%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.17B
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 867% more annual revenue ($5.30B vs $548.14M). SQM leads profitability with a 15.4% profit margin vs 7.7%. SQM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.34. SQM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
NWPX
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
SQM
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-78.6%
Fair Value
$42.13
Current Price
$117.76
$75.63 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SQM.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 176.9% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
19.1% revenue growth
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
7.7% margin — thin
Moderate valuation
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NWPX
The strongest argument for NWPX centers on EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 19.1% 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 : NWPX
The primary concerns for NWPX are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Market Cap.
Bear Case : SQM
The primary concerns for SQM are P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NWPX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.12 — 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.
Monitor STEEL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SQM scores higher overall (74/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 15.4% margins and 69.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "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.
Northwest Pipe Company
BASIC MATERIALS · STEEL · USA
Northwest Pipe Company manufactures and supplies engineered welded steel pipe systems in North America. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Washington.
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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