Harmony Gold Mining Company Limited (HMY)vsMP Materials Corp (MP)
HMY
Harmony Gold Mining Company Limited
$20.64
-4.87%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $12.64B
MP
MP Materials Corp
$50.72
+0.42%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $9.86B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Harmony Gold Mining Company Limited generates 23741% more annual revenue ($99.24B vs $416.25M). HMY leads profitability with a 29.6% profit margin vs -14.6%. HMY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 90/100 (A).
HMY
Exceptional Buy90
out of 100
Grade: A
MP
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+68.7%
Fair Value
$66.44
Current Price
$20.64
$45.80 discount
Margin of Safety
-22.9%
Fair Value
$44.19
Current Price
$50.72
$6.53 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 58 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 47.2%
Revenue surging 49.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 198.8% YoY
Revenue surging 119.7% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of -3.0% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 55.6%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HMY
The strongest argument for HMY centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.6% and operating margin at 47.2%. Revenue growth of 49.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MP
The strongest argument for MP centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 119.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HMY
The primary concerns for HMY are Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : MP
The primary concerns for MP are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HMY profiles as a growth stock while MP is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.95 — expect wider price swings.
MP is growing revenue faster at 119.7% — sustainability is the question.
HMY generates stronger free cash flow (10.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HMY scores higher overall (90/100 vs 30/100), backed by strong 29.6% margins and 49.2% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
Harmony Gold Mining Company Limited
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Harmony Gold Mining Company Limited is engaged in the exploration, extraction and processing of gold in South Africa and Papua New Guinea. The company is headquartered in Randfontein, South Africa.
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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