BHP Group Limited (BHP)vsSociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)
BHP
BHP Group Limited
$80.07
+1.15%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $209.93B
SQM
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
$54.65
-3.05%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $16.32B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
BHP Group Limited generates 774% more annual revenue ($58.76B vs $6.73B). SQM leads profitability with a 20.6% profit margin vs 16.7%. SQM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.69. SQM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 85/100 (A).
BHP
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
SQM
Exceptional Buy85
out of 100
Grade: A
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 48.8%
Revenue surging 136.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 646.0% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 9.0%
No major concerns identified
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 : SQM
The strongest argument for SQM centers on P/E Ratio, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.6% and operating margin at 48.8%. Revenue growth of 136.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BHP
The primary concerns for BHP are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : SQM
No major red flags identified for SQM, but monitor valuation.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SQM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.07 — expect wider price swings.
SQM is growing revenue faster at 136.7% — sustainability is the question.
BHP generates stronger free cash flow (7.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
SQM scores higher overall (85/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 20.6% margins and 136.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
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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