Intrepid Potash Inc (IPI)vsThe Mosaic Company (MOS)
IPI
Intrepid Potash Inc
$39.68
-1.49%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $542.03M
MOS
The Mosaic Company
$25.19
-0.83%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $8.43B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Mosaic Company generates 4970% more annual revenue ($12.25B vs $241.58M). IPI leads profitability with a 10.9% profit margin vs -5.2%. IPI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.96. IPI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C).
IPI
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
MOS
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for IPI.
Margin of Safety
+53.5%
Fair Value
$67.04
Current Price
$25.19
$41.85 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 382.3% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 239.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 5.1% — below average capital efficiency
Operating margin of 2.5%
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 6.2% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 6.0%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : IPI
The strongest argument for IPI centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. 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, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : IPI
The primary concerns for IPI are P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : MOS
The primary concerns for MOS are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IPI profiles as a declining stock while MOS is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
IPI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.26 — expect wider price swings.
IPI is growing revenue faster at -1.5% — sustainability is the question.
IPI generates stronger free cash flow (26M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
IPI scores higher overall (55/100 vs 52/100). MOS offers better value entry with a 53.5% margin of safety. 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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