BHP Group Limited (BHP)vsNewMarket Corporation (NEU)
BHP
BHP Group Limited
$87.15
-0.23%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $229.80B
NEU
NewMarket Corporation
$887.08
+0.73%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $8.14B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
BHP Group Limited generates 2043% more annual revenue ($58.76B vs $2.74B). BHP leads profitability with a 16.7% profit margin vs 15.8%. NEU appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 5.64. NEU earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
BHP
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
NEU
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
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
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 23.9%
Earnings expanding 22.9% YoY
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 9.0%
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : NEU
The strongest argument for NEU centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.8% and operating margin at 23.9%.
Bear Case : BHP
The primary concerns for BHP are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : NEU
The primary concerns for NEU are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BHP profiles as a growth stock while NEU is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
BHP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.85 — expect wider price swings.
BHP is growing revenue faster at 18.3% — sustainability is the question.
BHP generates stronger free cash flow (7.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NEU scores higher overall (64/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 15.8% margins. 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.
NewMarket Corporation
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
NewMarket Corporation participates in the petroleum additives business. The company is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia.
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