Hecla Mining Company (HL)vsSociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)
HL
Hecla Mining Company
$20.38
-4.90%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $14.37B
SQM
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
$78.63
-2.24%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $23.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B generates 286% more annual revenue ($6.73B vs $1.74B). SQM leads profitability with a 20.6% profit margin vs 19.2%. SQM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.38. SQM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 83/100 (A-).
HL
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
SQM
Exceptional Buy83
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+13.0%
Fair Value
$24.63
Current Price
$20.38
$4.25 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SQM.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 44.3%
Revenue surging 52.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 92.9% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 48.8%
Revenue surging 136.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 646.0% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
No major concerns identified
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 19.2% and operating margin at 44.3%. Revenue growth of 52.4% 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 20.6% and operating margin at 48.8%. Revenue growth of 136.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HL
The primary concerns for HL are PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : SQM
No major red flags identified for SQM, but monitor valuation.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.33 — expect wider price swings.
SQM is growing revenue faster at 136.7% — sustainability is the question.
SQM generates stronger free cash flow (761M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor OTHER PRECIOUS METALS & MINING industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SQM scores higher overall (83/100 vs 68/100), backed by strong 20.6% margins and 136.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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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