Eastman Chemical Company (EMN)vsSociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)
EMN
Eastman Chemical Company
$71.40
+2.07%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $7.98B
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
Eastman Chemical Company generates 91% more annual revenue ($8.75B vs $4.58B). SQM leads profitability with a 12.9% profit margin vs 5.4%. SQM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.46. SQM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
EMN
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
SQM
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-191.8%
Fair Value
$27.88
Current Price
$71.40
$43.52 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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
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
ROE of 8.0% — below average capital efficiency
5.4% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EMN
The strongest argument for EMN centers on Price/Book, P/E Ratio.
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 : EMN
The primary concerns for EMN are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : SQM
The primary concerns for SQM are P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EMN profiles as a value stock while SQM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
EMN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.22 — expect wider price swings.
SQM is growing revenue faster at 23.3% — sustainability is the question.
EMN generates stronger free cash flow (390M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SQM scores higher overall (66/100 vs 46/100) and 23.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Eastman Chemical Company
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Eastman Chemical Company is an American company primarily involved in the chemical industry. Once a subsidiary of Kodak, today it is an independent global specialty materials company that produces a broad range of advanced materials, chemicals and fibers for everyday purposes. The company is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee.
Visit Website →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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