MP Materials Corp (MP)vsCVR Partners LP (UAN)
MP
MP Materials Corp
$37.48
+1.96%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $6.50B
UAN
CVR Partners LP
$112.06
-0.76%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.16B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
CVR Partners LP generates 27% more annual revenue ($659.46M vs $518.46M). UAN leads profitability with a 16.1% profit margin vs -7.6%. UAN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
MP
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
UAN
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+32.4%
Fair Value
$54.36
Current Price
$37.48
$16.88 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for UAN.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 190.9% year-over-year
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 39 in profit
Earnings expanding 99.9% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 21.0%
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
Revenue declined 10.6%
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MP
The strongest argument for MP centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 190.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : UAN
The strongest argument for UAN centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.1% and operating margin at 21.0%.
Bear Case : MP
The primary concerns for MP are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : UAN
The primary concerns for UAN are Market Cap, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.09 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MP profiles as a hypergrowth stock while UAN is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
MP carries more volatility with a beta of 2.11 — expect wider price swings.
MP is growing revenue faster at 190.9% — sustainability is the question.
UAN generates stronger free cash flow (84M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UAN scores higher overall (61/100 vs 30/100), backed by strong 16.1% margins. MP offers better value entry with a 32.4% margin of safety. 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.
CVR Partners LP
BASIC MATERIALS · AGRICULTURAL INPUTS · USA
CVR Partners, LP, produces and distributes nitrogen fertilizer products in the United States. The company is headquartered in Sugar Land, Texas.
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