Orla Mining Ltd (ORLA)vsSociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)
ORLA
Orla Mining Ltd
$14.57
+8.49%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $4.60B
SQM
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
$93.46
+0.89%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $26.47B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B generates 333% more annual revenue ($4.58B vs $1.06B). SQM leads profitability with a 12.9% profit margin vs 10.1%. ORLA trades at a lower P/E of 44.3x. SQM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
ORLA
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
SQM
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ORLA.
Margin of Safety
+9.0%
Fair Value
$82.67
Current Price
$93.46
$10.79 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 51.9%
Revenue surging 308.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 170.7% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Earnings expanding 52.3% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 28.3%
Revenue surging 23.3% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ORLA
The strongest argument for ORLA centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 308.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SQM
The strongest argument for SQM centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 23.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.59 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ORLA
The primary concerns for ORLA are Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 44.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : SQM
The primary concerns for SQM are P/E Ratio. A P/E of 45.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ORLA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.19 — expect wider price swings.
ORLA is growing revenue faster at 308.0% — sustainability is the question.
SQM generates stronger free cash flow (317M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor GOLD industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SQM scores higher overall (66/100 vs 63/100) and 23.3% 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.
Orla Mining Ltd
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Orla Mining Ltd. acquires, explores and develops mineral properties. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
Visit Website →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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