The Home Depot Inc (HD)vsMP Materials Corp (MP)
HD
The Home Depot Inc
$332.51
+0.48%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $319.31B
MP
MP Materials Corp
$53.74
+0.84%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $9.47B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Home Depot Inc generates 59685% more annual revenue ($164.68B vs $275.46M). HD leads profitability with a 8.6% profit margin vs -31.2%. HD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (D+).
HD
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
MP
Avoid29
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-241.7%
Fair Value
$96.83
Current Price
$332.51
$235.68 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MP.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 146 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Generating 2.3B in free cash flow
Revenue surging 70.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 25.9x book value
Revenue declined 3.8%
ROE of -5.0% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 55.6%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HD
The strongest argument for HD centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bull Case : MP
The strongest argument for MP centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 70.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HD
The primary concerns for HD are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : MP
The primary concerns for MP are Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HD profiles as a value stock while MP is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.62 — expect wider price swings.
MP is growing revenue faster at 70.0% — sustainability is the question.
HD generates stronger free cash flow (2.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HD scores higher overall (50/100 vs 29/100). Both earn "Hold" 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.
The Home Depot Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · HOME IMPROVEMENT RETAIL · USA
The Home Depot, Inc., commonly known as Home Depot, is the largest home improvement retailer in the United States, supplying tools, construction products, and services. The company is headquartered in incorporated Cobb County, Georgia, with an Atlanta mailing address.
MP Materials Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
MP Materials Corp. The company is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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