The Mosaic Company (MOS)vsMP Materials Corp (MP)
MOS
The Mosaic Company
$23.03
-0.69%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $7.32B
MP
MP Materials Corp
$61.30
-0.65%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $10.89B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Mosaic Company generates 4275% more annual revenue ($12.05B vs $275.46M). MOS leads profitability with a 4.5% profit margin vs -31.2%. 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
+62.8%
Fair Value
$83.69
Current Price
$23.03
$60.66 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MP.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 239.5% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Revenue surging 70.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 4.8% — below average capital efficiency
4.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of 2.8%
ROE of -5.0% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 55.6%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MOS
The strongest argument for MOS centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, P/E Ratio.
Bull Case : MP
The strongest argument for MP centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 70.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MOS
The primary concerns for MOS are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 4.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : MP
The primary concerns for MP are Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
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 1.68 — expect wider price swings.
MP is growing revenue faster at 70.0% — sustainability is the question.
MP generates stronger free cash flow (-109M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MOS scores higher overall (62/100 vs 28/100). 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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