Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)vsTarget Corporation (TGT)
SQM
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
$79.16
+2.89%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $21.98B
TGT
Target Corporation
$116.37
+0.39%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $52.70B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Target Corporation generates 2190% more annual revenue ($104.78B vs $4.58B). SQM leads profitability with a 12.9% profit margin vs 3.5%. SQM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.46. SQM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
SQM
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
TGT
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+22.0%
Fair Value
$96.41
Current Price
$79.16
$17.25 discount
Margin of Safety
-107.3%
Fair Value
$55.28
Current Price
$116.37
$61.09 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 52.3% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 28.3%
Revenue surging 23.3% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 2.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
3.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.9%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 1.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : TGT
The strongest argument for TGT centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : SQM
The primary concerns for SQM are P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : TGT
The primary concerns for TGT are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, PEG Ratio. Thin 3.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SQM profiles as a growth stock while TGT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
TGT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.10 — expect wider price swings.
SQM is growing revenue faster at 23.3% — sustainability is the question.
TGT generates stronger free cash flow (2.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SQM scores higher overall (66/100 vs 46/100) 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.
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.
Target Corporation
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · DISCOUNT STORES · USA
Target Corporation is an American retail corporation. Their retail formats include the discount store Target, the hypermarket SuperTarget, and small-format stores previously named CityTarget and TargetExpress before being consolidated under the Target branding.
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