Axalta Coating Systems Ltd (AXTA)vsSociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)
AXTA
Axalta Coating Systems Ltd
$27.66
+2.75%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $5.74B
SQM
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
$79.16
+2.89%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $21.98B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Axalta Coating Systems Ltd generates 12% more annual revenue ($5.12B vs $4.58B). SQM leads profitability with a 12.9% profit margin vs 7.4%. SQM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.46. SQM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
AXTA
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
SQM
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-183.8%
Fair Value
$11.83
Current Price
$27.66
$15.83 premium
Margin of Safety
+22.0%
Fair Value
$96.41
Current Price
$79.16
$17.25 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 52.3% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 28.3%
Revenue surging 23.3% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Grey zone — moderate risk
7.4% margin — thin
Revenue declined 3.7%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AXTA
The strongest argument for AXTA centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bull 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.
Bear Case : AXTA
The primary concerns for AXTA are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : SQM
The primary concerns for SQM are P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AXTA profiles as a value stock while SQM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
AXTA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.28 — 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 51/100) and 23.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "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.
Axalta Coating Systems Ltd
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Axalta Coating Systems Ltd. manufactures, markets and distributes high performance coating systems in North America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia Pacific and Latin America. The company is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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.
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