MP Materials Corp (MP)vsNewMarket Corporation (NEU)
MP
MP Materials Corp
$65.45
+1.23%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $10.25B
NEU
NewMarket Corporation
$790.13
-0.56%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $7.66B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
NewMarket Corporation generates 675% more annual revenue ($2.69B vs $347.57M). NEU leads profitability with a 15.2% profit margin vs -20.5%. NEU earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
MP
Avoid28
out of 100
Grade: F
NEU
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-55.4%
Fair Value
$37.03
Current Price
$65.45
$28.42 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NEU.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 118.6% year-over-year
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 23.6%
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
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 4.5%
Earnings declined 4.9%
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 : NEU
The strongest argument for NEU centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.2% and operating margin at 23.6%.
Bear Case : MP
The primary concerns for MP are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : NEU
The primary concerns for NEU are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MP profiles as a hypergrowth stock while NEU is a declining 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.
NEU generates stronger free cash flow (100M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NEU scores higher overall (52/100 vs 28/100), backed by strong 15.2% margins. 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.
MP Materials Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
MP Materials Corp. The company is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.
NewMarket Corporation
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
NewMarket Corporation participates in the petroleum additives business. The company is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia.
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