Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)vsVista Gold Corporation (VGZ)
SQM
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
$92.17
+1.27%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $26.00B
VGZ
Vista Gold Corporation
$2.05
-5.09%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $318.88M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
SQM leads profitability with a 12.9% profit margin vs 0.0%. SQM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
SQM
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
VGZ
Avoid19
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+9.0%
Fair Value
$82.67
Current Price
$92.17
$9.50 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for VGZ.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 52.3% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 28.3%
Revenue surging 23.3% year-over-year
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 17.1x book value
0.0% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SQM
The strongest argument for SQM centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 23.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.58 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : VGZ
VGZ has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : SQM
The primary concerns for SQM are P/E Ratio. A P/E of 44.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : VGZ
The primary concerns for VGZ are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SQM profiles as a growth stock while VGZ is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
VGZ carries more volatility with a beta of 1.21 — expect wider price swings.
SQM is growing revenue faster at 23.3% — sustainability is the question.
SQM generates stronger free cash flow (317M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SQM scores higher overall (66/100 vs 19/100) and 23.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" 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.
Vista Gold Corporation
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Vista Gold Corp. The company is headquartered in Littleton, Colorado.
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