FMC Corporation (FMC)vsUSA Rare Earth, Inc. (USAR)
FMC
FMC Corporation
$4.47
-5.10%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $880.39M
USAR
USA Rare Earth, Inc.
$10.52
+0.38%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $3.93B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
FMC Corporation generates 24601% more annual revenue ($3.25B vs $13.16M). USAR leads profitability with a 0.0% profit margin vs -84.8%. FMC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (C-).
FMC
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
USAR
Avoid28
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+61.5%
Fair Value
$41.63
Current Price
$4.47
$37.16 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for USAR.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -168.5% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 17.5%
0.0% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
0.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FMC
The strongest argument for FMC centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.46 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : USAR
The strongest argument for USAR centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : FMC
The primary concerns for FMC are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.62 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : USAR
The primary concerns for USAR are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FMC profiles as a turnaround stock while USAR is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
USAR carries more volatility with a beta of 2.68 — expect wider price swings.
USAR is growing revenue faster at 0.0% — sustainability is the question.
FMC generates stronger free cash flow (323M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FMC scores higher overall (50/100 vs 28/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
FMC Corporation
BASIC MATERIALS · AGRICULTURAL INPUTS · USA
FMC Corporation (Food Machinery and Chemical Corporation) is an American chemical manufacturing company headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Visit Website →USA Rare Earth, Inc.
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
USA Rare Earth, Inc. engages in mining, processing, and supplying rare earths and other critical minerals. The company is headquartered in Stillwater, Oklahoma.
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