BHP Group Limited (BHP)vsElement Solutions Inc (ESI)
BHP
BHP Group Limited
$87.83
+2.02%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $219.25B
ESI
Element Solutions Inc
$33.42
+5.30%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $8.14B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
BHP Group Limited generates 1765% more annual revenue ($58.76B vs $3.15B). BHP leads profitability with a 16.7% profit margin vs 5.7%. BHP trades at a lower P/E of 22.4x. ESI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
BHP
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
ESI
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for BHP.
Margin of Safety
-19.6%
Fair Value
$29.43
Current Price
$33.42
$3.99 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 37 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 43.3%
18.3% revenue growth
Generating 7.7B in free cash flow
Revenue surging 56.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 61.9% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 9.0%
ROE of 5.4% — below average capital efficiency
5.7% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BHP
The strongest argument for BHP centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.7% and operating margin at 43.3%. Revenue growth of 18.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : ESI
The strongest argument for ESI centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 56.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BHP
The primary concerns for BHP are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : ESI
The primary concerns for ESI are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 45.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BHP profiles as a growth stock while ESI is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ESI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.26 — expect wider price swings.
ESI is growing revenue faster at 56.4% — sustainability is the question.
BHP generates stronger free cash flow (7.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ESI scores higher overall (59/100 vs 57/100) and 56.4% revenue growth. Both earn "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.
BHP Group Limited
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
BHP Group engages in the natural resources business in Australia, Europe, China, Japan, India, South Korea, the rest of Asia, North America, South America and internationally. The company is headquartered in Melbourne, Australia.
Element Solutions Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Element Solutions Inc produces and sells specialty chemicals in the United States, China, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
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