Intrepid Potash Inc (IPI)vsThe Mosaic Company (MOS)
IPI
Intrepid Potash Inc
$41.82
+8.15%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $519.65M
MOS
The Mosaic Company
$26.19
+3.93%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $8.00B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Mosaic Company generates 4968% more annual revenue ($12.05B vs $237.84M). IPI leads profitability with a 4.7% profit margin vs 4.5%. IPI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.96. MOS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
IPI
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
MOS
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-508.5%
Fair Value
$5.78
Current Price
$41.82
$36.04 premium
Margin of Safety
+60.9%
Fair Value
$79.56
Current Price
$26.19
$53.37 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 33.9% year-over-year
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 2.3% — below average capital efficiency
4.7% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.4% earnings growth
ROE of 4.8% — below average capital efficiency
4.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of 2.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : IPI
The strongest argument for IPI centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 33.9% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.96 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MOS
The strongest argument for MOS centers on Price/Book, P/E Ratio. PEG of 1.40 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : IPI
The primary concerns for IPI are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 45.6x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : MOS
The primary concerns for MOS are EPS Growth, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 4.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IPI profiles as a hypergrowth stock while MOS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
IPI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.52 — expect wider price swings.
IPI is growing revenue faster at 33.9% — sustainability is the question.
IPI generates stronger free cash flow (-1M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MOS scores higher overall (64/100 vs 54/100). Both earn "Buy" and "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.
Intrepid Potash Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · AGRICULTURAL INPUTS · USA
Intrepid Potash, Inc. produces and sells potash and langbeinite products in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.
The Mosaic Company
BASIC MATERIALS · AGRICULTURAL INPUTS · USA
The Mosaic Company is a Fortune 500 company based in Tampa, Florida which mines phosphate and potash, and operates through segments such as international distribution and Mosaic Fertilizantes.
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