Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)vsSociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)
SBUX
Starbucks Corporation
$92.70
+0.78%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $104.79B
SQM
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
$79.16
+2.89%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $21.98B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Starbucks Corporation generates 724% more annual revenue ($37.70B vs $4.58B). SQM leads profitability with a 12.9% profit margin vs 3.6%. SQM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.46. SQM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
SBUX
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
SQM
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-1135.9%
Fair Value
$8.02
Current Price
$92.70
$84.68 premium
Margin of Safety
+22.0%
Fair Value
$96.41
Current Price
$79.16
$17.25 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 52.3% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 28.3%
Revenue surging 23.3% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
3.6% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SBUX
The strongest argument for SBUX centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : SQM
The strongest argument for SQM centers on PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 23.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.46 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : SBUX
The primary concerns for SBUX are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 78.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : SQM
The primary concerns for SQM are P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SBUX profiles as a value stock while SQM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SQM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.04 — expect wider price swings.
SQM is growing revenue faster at 23.3% — sustainability is the question.
SBUX generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SQM scores higher overall (66/100 vs 39/100) and 23.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Starbucks Corporation
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESTAURANTS · USA
Starbucks Corporation is an American multinational chain of coffeehouses and roastery reserves headquartered in Seattle, Washington. As the world's largest coffeehouse chain, Starbucks is seen to be the main representation of the United States' second wave of coffee culture.
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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