Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)vsWest Fraser Timber Co Ltd (WFG)
SQM
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
$75.43
-2.91%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $21.61B
WFG
West Fraser Timber Co Ltd
$66.00
-1.76%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $5.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
West Fraser Timber Co Ltd generates 1% more annual revenue ($5.34B vs $5.30B). SQM leads profitability with a 15.4% profit margin vs -21.9%. SQM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
SQM
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
WFG
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SQM.
Margin of Safety
-24.3%
Fair Value
$60.08
Current Price
$66.00
$5.92 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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
ROE of -24.9% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 8.6%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Currently unprofitable
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 : WFG
The strongest argument for WFG centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : SQM
The primary concerns for SQM are P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : WFG
The primary concerns for WFG are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SQM profiles as a growth stock while WFG is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
WFG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.12 — expect wider price swings.
SQM is growing revenue faster at 69.8% — sustainability is the question.
SQM generates stronger free cash flow (679M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SQM scores higher overall (74/100 vs 40/100), 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.
West Fraser Timber Co Ltd
BASIC MATERIALS · LUMBER & WOOD PRODUCTION · USA
West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd., a diversified wood products company, produces and sells wood, paneling, and pulp and paper in western Canada and the southern United States. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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