Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)vsSuzano Papel e Celulose SA ADR (SUZ)
SQM
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
$75.43
-2.91%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $21.61B
SUZ
Suzano Papel e Celulose SA ADR
$8.18
+1.87%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $10.07B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Suzano Papel e Celulose SA ADR generates 835% more annual revenue ($49.53B vs $5.30B). SUZ leads profitability with a 23.0% profit margin vs 15.4%. SUZ trades at a lower P/E of 4.6x. SQM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
SQM
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
SUZ
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SQM.
Margin of Safety
+50.8%
Fair Value
$22.71
Current Price
$8.18
$14.53 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 41.1%
Revenue surging 69.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 165.2% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Revenue declined 5.1%
Earnings declined 31.9%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : SUZ
The strongest argument for SUZ centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.0% and operating margin at 16.7%.
Bear Case : SQM
The primary concerns for SQM are P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : SUZ
The primary concerns for SUZ are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow. Debt-to-equity of 2.03 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SQM profiles as a growth stock while SUZ is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
SQM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.97 — 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
SQM scores higher overall (74/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 15.4% margins and 69.8% revenue growth. SUZ offers better value entry with a 50.8% margin of safety. 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.
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.
Suzano Papel e Celulose SA ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · PAPER & PAPER PRODUCTS · USA
Suzano SA produces and sells eucalyptus pulp and paper products in Brazil and internationally. The company is headquartered in Salvador, Brazil.
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