Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)vsWheaton Precious Metals Corp (WPM)
SQM
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
$78.65
-2.91%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $22.76B
WPM
Wheaton Precious Metals Corp
$121.72
-4.32%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $57.67B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B generates 93% more annual revenue ($5.30B vs $2.75B). WPM leads profitability with a 65.5% profit margin vs 15.4%. SQM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.36. WPM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
SQM
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
WPM
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SQM.
Margin of Safety
-54.1%
Fair Value
$79.55
Current Price
$121.72
$42.17 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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Keeps 66 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 75.0%
Revenue surging 91.6% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 128.8% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : WPM
The strongest argument for WPM centers on PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 65.5% and operating margin at 75.0%. Revenue growth of 91.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : SQM
The primary concerns for SQM are P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : WPM
The primary concerns for WPM are P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
WPM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.16 — expect wider price swings.
WPM is growing revenue faster at 91.6% — sustainability is the question.
WPM generates stronger free cash flow (692M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
WPM scores higher overall (78/100 vs 74/100), backed by strong 65.5% margins and 91.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Wheaton Precious Metals Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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