Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)vsSilvercorp Metals Inc (SVM)
SQM
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
$75.43
-2.91%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $21.61B
SVM
Silvercorp Metals Inc
$12.36
+7.52%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.50B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B generates 1110% more annual revenue ($5.30B vs $438.13M). SQM leads profitability with a 15.4% profit margin vs -2.3%. SQM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
SQM
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
SVM
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SQM.
Margin of Safety
-23.8%
Fair Value
$9.13
Current Price
$12.36
$3.22 premium
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
Strong operational efficiency at 62.6%
Revenue surging 96.2% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -1.1% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 31.7%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : SVM
The strongest argument for SVM centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 96.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : SQM
The primary concerns for SQM are P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : SVM
The primary concerns for SVM are Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SQM profiles as a growth stock while SVM is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SVM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.93 — expect wider price swings.
SVM is growing revenue faster at 96.2% — sustainability is the question.
SQM generates stronger free cash flow (679M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SQM scores higher overall (74/100 vs 45/100), backed by strong 15.4% margins and 69.8% 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.
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.
Silvercorp Metals Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SILVER · USA
Silvercorp Metals Inc. is engaged in the acquisition, exploration, development and extraction of mineral properties in China. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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