MP Materials Corp (MP)vsOlin Corporation (OLN)
MP
MP Materials Corp
$50.51
-1.58%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $9.86B
OLN
Olin Corporation
$17.20
-0.64%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.98B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Olin Corporation generates 1510% more annual revenue ($6.70B vs $416.25M). OLN leads profitability with a -2.9% profit margin vs -14.6%. OLN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 37/100 (F).
MP
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
OLN
Hold37
out of 100
Grade: F
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 OLN.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 119.7% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 4.0%
Elevated debt levels
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 : OLN
The strongest argument for OLN centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : MP
The primary concerns for MP are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : OLN
The primary concerns for OLN are Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Operating Margin. Debt-to-equity of 1.99 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MP profiles as a hypergrowth stock while OLN is a turnaround 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.
OLN generates stronger free cash flow (-21M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
OLN scores higher overall (37/100 vs 30/100). Both earn "Hold" 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.
Olin Corporation
BASIC MATERIALS · CHEMICALS · USA
Olin Corporation manufactures and distributes chemical products in the United States, Europe, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Clayton, Missouri.
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