Flexible Solutions International Inc (FSI)vsSociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)
FSI
Flexible Solutions International Inc
$6.40
-1.54%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $79.74M
SQM
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
$75.43
-2.91%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $21.61B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B generates 13372% more annual revenue ($5.30B vs $39.34M). SQM leads profitability with a 15.4% profit margin vs 2.1%. SQM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.34. SQM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
FSI
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
SQM
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-13.1%
Fair Value
$5.28
Current Price
$6.40
$1.12 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SQM.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 50.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 41.1%
Revenue surging 69.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 165.2% YoY
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 2.1% — below average capital efficiency
2.1% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Moderate valuation
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FSI
The strongest argument for FSI centers on EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 11.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SQM
The strongest argument for SQM centers on PEG Ratio, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.4% and operating margin at 41.1%. Revenue growth of 69.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FSI
The primary concerns for FSI are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 104.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : SQM
The primary concerns for SQM are P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FSI profiles as a value stock while SQM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
FSI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.68 — expect wider price swings.
SQM is growing revenue faster at 69.8% — sustainability is the question.
SQM generates stronger free cash flow (679M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SQM scores higher overall (74/100 vs 42/100), backed by strong 15.4% margins and 69.8% 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.
Flexible Solutions International Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Flexible Solutions International, Inc. develops, manufactures, and markets specialty chemicals that slow the evaporation of water in Canada, the United States, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Taber, Canada.
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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