Hecla Mining Company (HL)vsSociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)
HL
Hecla Mining Company
$17.93
+4.30%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $12.02B
SQM
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
$82.70
+6.89%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $23.62B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B generates 222% more annual revenue ($4.58B vs $1.42B). HL leads profitability with a 22.6% profit margin vs 12.9%. SQM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.53. HL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
HL
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
SQM
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-3.3%
Fair Value
$22.93
Current Price
$17.93
$5.00 premium
Margin of Safety
+22.0%
Fair Value
$96.41
Current Price
$82.70
$13.71 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 49.1%
Revenue surging 79.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 952.0% YoY
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 52.3% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 28.3%
Revenue surging 23.3% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HL
The strongest argument for HL centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.6% and operating margin at 49.1%. Revenue growth of 79.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SQM
The strongest argument for SQM centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 23.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.53 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : HL
The primary concerns for HL are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : SQM
The primary concerns for SQM are P/E Ratio. A P/E of 40.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.28 — expect wider price swings.
HL is growing revenue faster at 79.5% — sustainability is the question.
SQM generates stronger free cash flow (317M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
HL scores higher overall (69/100 vs 66/100), backed by strong 22.6% margins and 79.5% revenue growth. SQM offers better value entry with a 22.0% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Hecla Mining Company
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER PRECIOUS METALS & MINING · USA
Hecla Mining Company discovers, acquires, develops and produces precious and base metal properties in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.
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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