MP Materials Corp (MP)vsNexa Resources SA (NEXA)
MP
MP Materials Corp
$50.51
-1.58%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $9.86B
NEXA
Nexa Resources SA
$13.31
+1.29%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.79B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Nexa Resources SA generates 732% more annual revenue ($3.46B vs $416.25M). NEXA leads profitability with a 8.0% profit margin vs -14.6%. NEXA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
MP
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
NEXA
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-22.9%
Fair Value
$44.19
Current Price
$50.51
$6.32 premium
Margin of Safety
-43.8%
Fair Value
$8.61
Current Price
$13.31
$4.70 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 119.7% year-over-year
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 6235.0% YoY
Revenue surging 28.2% year-over-year
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
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : NEXA
The strongest argument for NEXA centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 28.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MP
The primary concerns for MP are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : NEXA
The primary concerns for NEXA are Market Cap, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.54 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MP profiles as a hypergrowth stock while NEXA is a growth 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.
NEXA generates stronger free cash flow (34M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NEXA scores higher overall (69/100 vs 30/100) and 28.2% 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.
Nexa Resources SA
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
Nexa Resources SA is dedicated to the zinc mining and smelting business. The company is headquartered in Luxembourg City, Luxembourg.
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