Royal Gold Inc (RGLD)vsSociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)
RGLD
Royal Gold Inc
$231.02
-2.49%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $19.60B
SQM
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
$91.01
+1.78%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $26.00B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B generates 348% more annual revenue ($4.58B vs $1.02B). RGLD leads profitability with a 45.6% profit margin vs 12.9%. SQM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.58. SQM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
RGLD
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
SQM
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+27.0%
Fair Value
$390.60
Current Price
$231.02
$159.58 discount
Margin of Safety
+9.0%
Fair Value
$82.67
Current Price
$91.01
$8.34 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 46 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 60.2%
Revenue surging 86.1% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 28.9%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : RGLD
The strongest argument for RGLD centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 45.6% and operating margin at 60.2%. Revenue growth of 86.1% 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 0.58 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : RGLD
The primary concerns for RGLD are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : SQM
The primary concerns for SQM are P/E Ratio. A P/E of 44.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SQM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.98 — expect wider price swings.
RGLD is growing revenue faster at 86.1% — 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 65/100) and 23.3% revenue growth. RGLD offers better value entry with a 27.0% margin of safety. 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.
Royal Gold Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Royal Gold, Inc., acquires and manages precious metal flows, royalties and related interests. The company is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.
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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