McEwen Mining Inc. (MUX)vsSociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)
MUX
McEwen Mining Inc.
$19.24
+3.94%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.14B
SQM
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
$82.70
+6.89%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $23.62B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B generates 2216% more annual revenue ($4.58B vs $197.55M). MUX leads profitability with a 17.4% profit margin vs 12.9%. MUX trades at a lower P/E of 32.6x. SQM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
MUX
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
SQM
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-581.0%
Fair Value
$4.01
Current Price
$19.24
$15.23 premium
Margin of Safety
+22.0%
Fair Value
$96.41
Current Price
$82.70
$13.71 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 92.8% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 52.3% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 28.3%
Revenue surging 23.3% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 6.6% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MUX
The strongest argument for MUX centers on Revenue Growth, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.4% and operating margin at -8.9%. Revenue growth of 92.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SQM
The strongest argument for SQM centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 23.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.53 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : MUX
The primary concerns for MUX are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Bear Case : SQM
The primary concerns for SQM are P/E Ratio. A P/E of 40.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MUX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.15 — expect wider price swings.
MUX is growing revenue faster at 92.8% — sustainability is the question.
SQM generates stronger free cash flow (317M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor OTHER PRECIOUS METALS & MINING industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SQM scores higher overall (66/100 vs 45/100) and 23.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
McEwen Mining Inc.
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER PRECIOUS METALS & MINING · USA
McEwen Mining Inc. is engaged in the exploration, development, production and sale of gold and silver deposits in the United States, Canada, Mexico and Argentina. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Sociedad Qumica y Minera de Chile SA produces and distributes specialty plant nutrients, iodine and its derivatives, lithium and its derivatives, potassium chloride and sulfate, industrial chemicals and other products and services worldwide. The company is headquartered in Santiago, Chile.
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