MP Materials Corp (MP)vsWorthington Steel Inc (WS)
MP
MP Materials Corp
$37.48
+1.96%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $6.50B
WS
Worthington Steel Inc
$38.54
-2.33%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.02B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Worthington Steel Inc generates 922% more annual revenue ($5.30B vs $518.46M). WS leads profitability with a -0.7% profit margin vs -7.6%. WS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 45/100 (D).
MP
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
WS
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+32.4%
Fair Value
$54.36
Current Price
$37.48
$16.88 discount
Margin of Safety
-81.0%
Fair Value
$26.76
Current Price
$38.54
$11.78 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 190.9% year-over-year
Revenue surging 212.4% 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
Operating margin of 3.2%
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 25.9%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : WS
The strongest argument for WS centers on Revenue Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 212.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MP
The primary concerns for MP are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : WS
The primary concerns for WS are Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 2.50 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MP carries more volatility with a beta of 2.11 — expect wider price swings.
WS is growing revenue faster at 212.4% — sustainability is the question.
WS generates stronger free cash flow (-54M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
WS scores higher overall (45/100 vs 30/100) and 212.4% revenue growth. MP offers better value entry with a 32.4% margin of safety. 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.
Worthington Steel Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · STEEL · USA
Worthington Steel, Inc. is a steel processor in North America. The company is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio.
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