MP Materials Corp (MP)vsOlin Corporation (OLN)
MP
MP Materials Corp
$65.45
+1.22%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $10.25B
OLN
Olin Corporation
$24.54
-1.56%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.86B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Olin Corporation generates 1833% more annual revenue ($6.72B vs $347.57M). OLN leads profitability with a -2.8% profit margin vs -20.5%. OLN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 37/100 (F).
MP
Avoid28
out of 100
Grade: F
OLN
Hold37
out of 100
Grade: F
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 OLN.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 118.6% 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
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -7.3% — below average capital efficiency
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 : 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, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 1.87 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 1.84 — expect wider price swings.
MP is growing revenue faster at 118.6% — sustainability is the question.
MP generates stronger free cash flow (-79M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
OLN scores higher overall (37/100 vs 28/100). 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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