Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)vsVulcan Materials Company (VMC)
SQM
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
$92.17
+1.27%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $26.00B
VMC
Vulcan Materials Company
$301.74
+1.91%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $38.66B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vulcan Materials Company generates 74% more annual revenue ($7.94B vs $4.58B). VMC leads profitability with a 13.6% profit margin vs 12.9%. SQM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.58. SQM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
SQM
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
VMC
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+9.0%
Fair Value
$82.67
Current Price
$92.17
$9.50 discount
Margin of Safety
-70.7%
Fair Value
$187.32
Current Price
$301.74
$114.42 premium
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
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
3.2% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 13.8%
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 : VMC
VMC 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 : VMC
The primary concerns for VMC are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SQM profiles as a growth stock while VMC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
VMC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.09 — expect wider price swings.
SQM is growing revenue faster at 23.3% — sustainability is the question.
VMC generates stronger free cash flow (358M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SQM scores higher overall (66/100 vs 45/100) 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.
Vulcan Materials Company
BASIC MATERIALS · BUILDING MATERIALS · USA
Vulcan Materials Company (NYSE: VMC) is an American company based in Birmingham, Alabama. It is principally engaged in the production, distribution and sale of construction materials.
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