Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)vsTeck Resources Ltd Class B (TECK)
SQM
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
$54.65
-3.05%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $16.32B
TECK
Teck Resources Ltd Class B
$62.71
+3.51%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $29.76B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Teck Resources Ltd Class B generates 125% more annual revenue ($15.12B vs $6.73B). TECK leads profitability with a 25.2% profit margin vs 20.6%. SQM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.69. SQM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 85/100 (A).
SQM
Exceptional Buy85
out of 100
Grade: A
TECK
Exceptional Buy83
out of 100
Grade: A-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 48.8%
Revenue surging 136.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 646.0% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 35.3%
Revenue surging 33.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 468.4% YoY
Keeps 25 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
Grey zone — moderate risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SQM
The strongest argument for SQM centers on P/E Ratio, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.6% and operating margin at 48.8%. Revenue growth of 136.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TECK
The strongest argument for TECK centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 25.2% and operating margin at 35.3%. Revenue growth of 33.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : SQM
No major red flags identified for SQM, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : TECK
The primary concerns for TECK are Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TECK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.65 — expect wider price swings.
SQM is growing revenue faster at 136.7% — sustainability is the question.
SQM generates stronger free cash flow (761M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SQM scores higher overall (85/100 vs 83/100), backed by strong 20.6% margins and 136.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" and "Exceptional 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.
Teck Resources Ltd Class B
BASIC MATERIALS · COPPER · USA
Teck Resources Limited is dedicated to exploring, acquiring, developing and producing natural resources in Asia, Europe and North America. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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