MP Materials Corp (MP)vsIngevity Corp (NGVT)
MP
MP Materials Corp
$61.30
-0.65%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $10.89B
NGVT
Ingevity Corp
$76.19
+4.27%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.63B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ingevity Corp generates 324% more annual revenue ($1.17B vs $275.46M). NGVT leads profitability with a -14.3% profit margin vs -31.2%. NGVT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 33/100 (F).
MP
Avoid28
out of 100
Grade: F
NGVT
Avoid33
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MP.
Margin of Safety
-7.2%
Fair Value
$69.90
Current Price
$76.19
$6.29 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 70.0% year-over-year
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
ROE of -5.0% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 55.6%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 90.7x book value
ROE of -133.7% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 14.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MP
The strongest argument for MP centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 70.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : NGVT
NGVT has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : MP
The primary concerns for MP are Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : NGVT
The primary concerns for NGVT are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MP profiles as a hypergrowth stock while NGVT is a turnaround 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.
NGVT generates stronger free cash flow (74M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NGVT scores higher overall (33/100 vs 28/100). Both earn "Avoid" 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.
Ingevity Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Ingevity Corporation manufactures and sells specialty chemicals and activated carbon materials in North America, Asia-Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and South America. The company is headquartered in North Charleston, South Carolina.
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