Koppers Holdings Inc (KOP)vsMP Materials Corp (MP)
KOP
Koppers Holdings Inc
$46.35
0.00%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $883.55M
MP
MP Materials Corp
$50.51
-1.58%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $9.86B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Koppers Holdings Inc generates 355% more annual revenue ($1.89B vs $416.25M). KOP leads profitability with a -4.6% profit margin vs -14.6%. KOP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 41/100 (D).
KOP
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
MP
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+4.0%
Fair Value
$35.64
Current Price
$46.35
$10.71 discount
Margin of Safety
-22.9%
Fair Value
$44.19
Current Price
$50.51
$6.32 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 119.7% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
3.0% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -22.4% — below average capital efficiency
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 : KOP
The strongest argument for KOP centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : MP
The strongest argument for MP centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 119.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : KOP
The primary concerns for KOP are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 2.59 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : MP
The primary concerns for MP are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KOP profiles as a turnaround 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.
KOP generates stronger free cash flow (38M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KOP scores higher overall (41/100 vs 30/100). Both earn "Hold" 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.
Koppers Holdings Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Koppers Holdings Inc. offers treated wood products, wood treatment chemicals, and carbon compounds in the United States, Australasia, Europe, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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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