MP Materials Corp (MP)vsUfp Industries Inc (UFPI)
MP
MP Materials Corp
$61.30
-0.65%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $10.89B
UFPI
Ufp Industries Inc
$92.94
-2.93%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $5.28B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ufp Industries Inc generates 2194% more annual revenue ($6.32B vs $275.46M). UFPI leads profitability with a 4.7% profit margin vs -31.2%. UFPI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 45/100 (D+).
MP
Avoid28
out of 100
Grade: F
UFPI
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MP.
Margin of Safety
+19.3%
Fair Value
$143.02
Current Price
$92.94
$50.08 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 70.0% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
4.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.1%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 9.0%
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 : UFPI
The strongest argument for UFPI centers on Altman Z-Score, Price/Book.
Bear Case : MP
The primary concerns for MP are Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : UFPI
The primary concerns for UFPI are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, PEG Ratio. Thin 4.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MP profiles as a hypergrowth stock while UFPI is a value 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.
UFPI generates stronger free cash flow (83M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UFPI scores higher overall (45/100 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.
Ufp Industries Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · LUMBER & WOOD PRODUCTION · USA
UFP Industries, Inc. designs, manufactures and markets wood and wood alternatives in North America, Europe, Asia and Australia. The company is headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
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