The Mosaic Company (MOS)vsMP Materials Corp (MP)
MOS
The Mosaic Company
$22.24
-2.88%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $7.21B
MP
MP Materials Corp
$65.45
+0.65%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $10.25B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Mosaic Company generates 3476% more annual revenue ($12.43B vs $347.57M). MOS leads profitability with a 0.4% profit margin vs -20.5%. MOS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
MOS
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
MP
Avoid28
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+55.4%
Fair Value
$69.84
Current Price
$22.24
$47.60 discount
Margin of Safety
-55.4%
Fair Value
$37.03
Current Price
$65.45
$28.42 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 239.5% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Revenue surging 118.6% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 6.2% — below average capital efficiency
0.4% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.8%
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 : MOS
The strongest argument for MOS centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 14.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MP
The strongest argument for MP centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 118.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MOS
The primary concerns for MOS are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 162.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : MP
The primary concerns for MP are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MOS profiles as a value stock while MP is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.84 — expect wider price swings.
MP is growing revenue faster at 118.6% — sustainability is the question.
MP generates stronger free cash flow (-79M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MOS scores higher overall (62/100 vs 28/100) and 14.4% revenue growth. Both earn "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.
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.
Visit Website →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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