MP Materials Corp (MP)vsNewMarket Corporation (NEU)
MP
MP Materials Corp
$50.51
-1.58%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $9.86B
NEU
NewMarket Corporation
$887.08
+0.73%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $8.14B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
NewMarket Corporation generates 559% more annual revenue ($2.74B vs $416.25M). NEU leads profitability with a 15.8% profit margin vs -14.6%. NEU earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
MP
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
NEU
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-22.9%
Fair Value
$44.19
Current Price
$50.51
$6.32 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NEU.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 119.7% year-over-year
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 23.9%
Earnings expanding 22.9% YoY
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
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MP
The strongest argument for MP centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 119.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : NEU
The strongest argument for NEU centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.8% and operating margin at 23.9%.
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.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MP profiles as a hypergrowth stock while NEU is a mature 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.
NEU generates stronger free cash flow (160M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NEU scores higher overall (64/100 vs 30/100), backed by strong 15.8% 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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