MP Materials Corp (MP)vsNewmont Goldcorp Corp (NEM)
MP
MP Materials Corp
$51.11
+7.62%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $7.36B
NEM
Newmont Goldcorp Corp
$112.98
+7.16%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $109.89B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Newmont Goldcorp Corp generates 7313% more annual revenue ($25.77B vs $347.57M). NEM leads profitability with a 33.4% profit margin vs -20.5%. NEM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
MP
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
NEM
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-11.7%
Fair Value
$37.04
Current Price
$51.11
$14.07 premium
Margin of Safety
-63.9%
Fair Value
$63.65
Current Price
$112.98
$49.33 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 118.6% year-over-year
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 51.6%
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of -3.0% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 55.6%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MP
The strongest argument for MP centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 118.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : NEM
The strongest argument for NEM centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.4% and operating margin at 51.6%. Revenue growth of 15.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MP
The primary concerns for MP are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : NEM
The primary concerns for NEM are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MP profiles as a hypergrowth stock while NEM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.86 — expect wider price swings.
MP is growing revenue faster at 118.6% — sustainability is the question.
NEM generates stronger free cash flow (2.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NEM scores higher overall (73/100 vs 30/100), backed by strong 33.4% margins and 15.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
MP Materials Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
MP Materials Corp. The company is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Newmont Goldcorp Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Newmont Corporation, based in Greenwood Village, Colorado, United States, is one of the largest gold mining companies in the world.
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